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M3 JHV

2008 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

57,933 mi
Last recorded57,933 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2018 57,933 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 57,933 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 56,758 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 56,744 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 53,557 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)

Fail 8 Dec 2015 53,390 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

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

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

diff leak

Pass 6 Nov 2014 49,920 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 41,584 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 36,093 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 33,054 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 JHV is a 2008 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 JHV, 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 M3 JHV registered?

M3 JHV is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is M3 JHV safe to buy?

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