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R66 SCU

2008 BMW M3

Blue Other 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,076 mi
Last recorded95,076 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR66 SCU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2025 95,076 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2024 94,752 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 92,103 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 89,308 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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R66 SCU is a 2008 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,999cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R66 SCU, 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 R66 SCU?

You can check the full history of R66 SCU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R66 SCU registered?

R66 SCU is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 25 September 2008.

Is R66 SCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R66 SCU shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R66 SCU have outstanding finance?

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