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M33 JTO

2008 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

49,905 mi
Last recorded49,905 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2024 49,905 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 37,409 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 35,204 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 30,138 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 26,871 miles

Covers not allowing full inspection

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

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

Fail 16 Mar 2020 26,867 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Covers not allowing full inspection

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2019 21,550 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 20,460 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 18,639 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 16,287 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 13,222 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 6,704 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 JTO is a 2008 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 JTO, 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

How do I check the history of M33 JTO?

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What year was M33 JTO registered?

M33 JTO is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 12 September 2008.

Is M33 JTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M33 JTO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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