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M3 WXG

2008 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

67,011 mi
Last recorded67,011 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 67,011 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 66,967 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 66,819 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2024 66,819 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and osf. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and osr. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 66,799 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 66,765 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 66,135 miles

engine cover fitted

undertray fitted both sides cant see all the components

Pass 19 Oct 2016 60,574 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 56,586 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 55,468 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 51,314 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 44,668 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 44,666 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 34,693 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 24,357 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 WXG is a 2008 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 56,860 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 WXG, 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 WXG registered?

M3 WXG is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is M3 WXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 WXG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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