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MV08 EDC

2008 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2022
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,753 mi
Last recorded48,753 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV08 EDC
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 26 Feb 2021 48,753 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 48,046 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2019 44,625 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 42,035 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 37,631 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 34,355 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 31,338 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 28,970 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 28,304 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

nearside front tyre has slight bulge in outer sidewall

Pass 18 May 2012 26,620 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 16,885 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 9,014 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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MV08 EDC is a 2008 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MV08 EDC, 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 MV08 EDC?

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What year was MV08 EDC registered?

MV08 EDC is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is MV08 EDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV08 EDC shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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