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NJ08 MWC

2008 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

35,200 mi
Last recorded35,200 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ08 MWC
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 35,200 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 33,844 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 30,872 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 28,228 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 26,257 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 22,302 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 20,166 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 13,491 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 9,984 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 9,319 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 8,782 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 7,375 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2015 7,349 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Tyre pressure warning system indicates a fault

Pass 5 Feb 2014 5,775 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 5,508 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 5,035 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 3,985 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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NJ08 MWC is a 2008 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 NJ08 MWC, 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 NJ08 MWC?

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What year was NJ08 MWC registered?

NJ08 MWC is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is NJ08 MWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ08 MWC shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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