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MW08 SZE

2008 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

54,172 mi
Last recorded54,172 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW08 SZE
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2023 54,172 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 51,575 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 46,513 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 43,207 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2020 43,207 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 36,796 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 29,373 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 26,617 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 24,493 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 23,910 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 21,841 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 20,840 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Mar 2012 16,944 miles

rear tyres getting low on tread

Pass 16 Jun 2011 14,705 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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MW08 SZE is a 2008 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 MW08 SZE, 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 MW08 SZE registered?

MW08 SZE is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is MW08 SZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW08 SZE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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