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MR08 ZHD

2008 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

52,943 mi
Last recorded52,943 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMR08 ZHD
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 52,943 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 52,849 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 52,817 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 52,604 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 52,439 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 52,259 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 52,091 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 51,855 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 51,314 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 50,906 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 50,547 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 49,553 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 44,855 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2012 40,282 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 40,282 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 36,936 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 35,738 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 35,738 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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MR08 ZHD is a 2008 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its 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 MR08 ZHD, 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

How do I check the history of MR08 ZHD?

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What year was MR08 ZHD registered?

MR08 ZHD is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 5 June 2008.

Is MR08 ZHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MR08 ZHD shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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