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M33 BEM

2008 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

54,318 mi
Last recorded54,318 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM33 BEM
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 54,318 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 53,354 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 53,199 miles

Central Front Lower Steering pipe rubber mounting at front of engine is broken.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to legal limit and has a nail on tread. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Fuel tank cap seal getting deteriorated.

Pass 22 Feb 2019 50,091 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 48,470 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 75,027 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 47,229 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 43,775 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 38,774 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 33,685 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 33,685 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 May 2013 31,691 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 7 Feb 2013 29,715 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 21,850 miles

both rear tyres starting to get low on tread

Pass 24 Feb 2011 15,086 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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M33 BEM is a 2008 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 56,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M33 BEM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 18 years old, this BMW M3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M33 BEM registered?

M33 BEM is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 12 February 2008.

Is M33 BEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M33 BEM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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