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M33 OUO

2008 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

99,934 mi
Last recorded99,934 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM33 OUO
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 99,934 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 99,821 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 99,242 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 97,418 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 96,340 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 93,466 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2021 93,410 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Fail 27 Mar 2021 93,339 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords nail also (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joins. emissions not tested (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

covers fitted

Pass 12 Feb 2020 88,241 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 84,273 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 77,508 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 65,166 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 55,031 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 47,706 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jul 2013 42,784 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jun 2012 32,564 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 21,714 miles

passenger side rear tyre 3mm

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 OUO is a 2008 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 OUO, 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 OUO registered?

M33 OUO is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 17 June 2008.

Is M33 OUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M33 OUO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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