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M3 EPL

2008 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

48,005 mi
Last recorded48,005 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 EPL
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 48,005 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 46,175 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 45,368 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 44,660 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 42,919 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 41,620 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 40,253 miles

Central Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Hazard warning lights flashing more than 120 times a minute

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Jul 2019 40,252 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Hazard warning lights flashing more than 120 times a minute

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 39,088 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 38,410 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 30,897 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 30,518 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 25,753 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 18,480 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 18,472 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 14,328 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 11,167 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 8,882 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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M3 EPL is a 2008 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 M3 EPL, 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 M3 EPL?

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What year was M3 EPL registered?

M3 EPL is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is M3 EPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 EPL shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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