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MT57 MZE

2008 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,035 mi
Last recorded37,035 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2013
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT57 MZE
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2013 37,035 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 51,951 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 37,292 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 37,249 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside 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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MT57 MZE is a 2008 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MT57 MZE, 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 MT57 MZE?

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What year was MT57 MZE registered?

MT57 MZE is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 10 January 2008.

Is MT57 MZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT57 MZE shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MT57 MZE have outstanding finance?

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