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MH08 EFA

2008 BMW M3

White Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,854 mi
Last recorded83,854 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH08 EFA
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2016 83,854 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 77,119 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2014 65,781 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 69,771 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Nearside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 57,610 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 57,610 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 49,789 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 42,768 miles

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

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

underbody covers fitted

Fail 19 Nov 2011 42,768 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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

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

underbody covers fitted

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Inner Front 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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MH08 EFA is a 2008 BMW M3 in White with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 MH08 EFA, 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 MH08 EFA registered?

MH08 EFA is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is MH08 EFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MH08 EFA shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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