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MV08 KOB

2008 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

126,147 mi
Last recorded126,147 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 126,147 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2025 126,147 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 122,353 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 119,618 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 115,829 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 110,816 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 106,453 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 102,486 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2018 98,236 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 93,406 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 86,720 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 80,397 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 80,397 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 68,850 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 61,488 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 53,400 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Mar 2011 51,972 miles

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 KOB is a 2008 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 KOB, 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 MV08 KOB registered?

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

Is MV08 KOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV08 KOB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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