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MT58 CTZ

2008 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

74,041 mi
Last recorded74,041 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT58 CTZ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 74,041 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 68,328 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2025 68,328 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 64,427 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 63,724 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2023 63,695 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 62,378 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 61,231 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2020 59,958 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 58,433 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2019 58,433 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 56,111 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 52,630 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 48,270 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 44,626 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2013 39,568 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 35,727 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 28,036 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2011 28,035 miles

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

Offside 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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MT58 CTZ is a 2008 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 MT58 CTZ, 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 MT58 CTZ?

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What year was MT58 CTZ registered?

MT58 CTZ is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 18 December 2008.

Is MT58 CTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT58 CTZ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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