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MV08 SMX

2008 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

97,841 mi
Last recorded97,841 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 97,841 miles
Fail 15 May 2026 97,841 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2024 95,082 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear tyres treads approching the limit.

Pass 12 Feb 2022 91,846 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 88,186 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 21 Jan 2020 84,239 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 79,871 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 79,049 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 76,729 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 75,324 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 66,311 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 63,506 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 25 Feb 2014 63,483 miles

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)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 58,353 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 46,764 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 46,764 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 36,745 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 SMX 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 82.4%.

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 MV08 SMX, 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 SMX registered?

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

Is MV08 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV08 SMX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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