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M3 VUP

2008 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

123,005 mi
Last recorded123,005 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 123,005 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded all pipes (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2025 123,005 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded all pipes (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 118,235 miles

Nearside Front wheel has been welded

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule inner (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear wheel has been welded

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule inner (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear load levler is corroded

Pass 13 Oct 2023 113,224 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 108,651 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2022 108,651 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 103,935 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under tray fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2020 97,600 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 91,093 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2018 83,375 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 78,326 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2017 78,326 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 72,541 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 64,870 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Jun 2015 64,870 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jul 2014 55,557 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jun 2013 47,999 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 43,087 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 38,039 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 34,176 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 34,173 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 VUP is a 2008 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 VUP, 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 VUP registered?

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

Is M3 VUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 VUP shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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