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OC03 REY

2008 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

125,061 mi
Last recorded125,061 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOC03 REY
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 125,061 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 120,424 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 119,092 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2024 119,092 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 116,171 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 110,427 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 106,159 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 104,978 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 102,413 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 98,901 miles

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 2 Aug 2017 85,435 miles

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 1 Jun 2016 80,717 miles

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

N/s/f shock has slight oil residue

Rear brake discs are slightly rusty

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Fail 1 Jun 2016 80,717 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

N/s/f shock has slight oil residue

Rear brake discs are slightly rusty

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 2 Mar 2015 80,529 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 80,529 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 71,148 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 May 2013 55,250 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front and rear brake discs coroded on face

Pass 3 May 2012 43,324 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 33,171 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 13 Apr 2011 33,171 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

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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OC03 REY is a 2008 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OC03 REY, 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 OC03 REY?

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What year was OC03 REY registered?

OC03 REY is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is OC03 REY safe to buy?

The MOT history for OC03 REY shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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