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MC08 ZPO

2008 BMW M3

White Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

96,013 mi
Last recorded96,013 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC08 ZPO
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2022 96,013 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 92,971 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2021 92,971 miles

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

Oil leak.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 80,658 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2019 77,248 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 72,918 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 72,918 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 64,567 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 58,758 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 58,758 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 51,158 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 25 Feb 2015 51,158 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 40,325 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 40,325 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 33,410 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 19,152 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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MC08 ZPO is a 2008 BMW M3 in White with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 MC08 ZPO, 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 MC08 ZPO registered?

MC08 ZPO is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is MC08 ZPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC08 ZPO shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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