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M3 UVX

2008 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,744 mi
Last recorded122,744 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 UVX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2023 122,744 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Feb 2022 116,789 miles

Nearside side repeater dim

Fail 7 Feb 2022 116,789 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside side repeater dim

Pass 21 Dec 2020 110,173 miles

brake pad warning lamp illuminated

Fail 16 Dec 2020 110,121 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

brake pad warning lamp illuminated

Pass 3 Apr 2019 100,710 miles

Rear brake pads getting low

Fail 3 Apr 2019 100,710 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear brake pads getting low

Pass 13 Mar 2018 93,914 miles

number plates possibly do not meet current legislation (short)

Fail 12 Mar 2018 93,914 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

number plates possibly do not meet current legislation (short)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 86,077 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on the inside edge

Fail 3 Mar 2017 86,063 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front tyre worn on the inside edge

Pass 15 Feb 2016 81,107 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

brake pad warning light on (sensor wire broken)

Fail 15 Feb 2016 81,107 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

brake pad warning light on (sensor wire broken)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 70,203 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

both front tyres worn almost to the cords on inner edges

Pass 5 Feb 2014 57,371 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 29 Jan 2013 45,612 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 39,060 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 38,392 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)

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 UVX is a 2008 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 UVX, 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.

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What year was M3 UVX registered?

M3 UVX is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 17 October 2008.

Is M3 UVX safe to buy?

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