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M3 FVB

2008 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

97,721 mi
Last recorded97,721 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 FVB
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 97,721 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 90,215 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 88,581 miles

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 19 Jul 2019 88,081 miles

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2018 86,053 miles

sill covers and under trays fitted

Fail 10 Sep 2018 86,053 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 26 Jul 2017 81,477 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 80,646 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 75,725 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 69,263 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 55,648 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 44,445 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 34,347 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 34,347 miles

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

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 FVB is a 2008 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FVB, 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 FVB?

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What year was M3 FVB registered?

M3 FVB is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is M3 FVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 FVB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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