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SK08 OYL

2008 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,995 mi
Last recorded94,995 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK08 OYL
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2019 94,995 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2019 94,990 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 87,913 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 82,643 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 72,248 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 67,856 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 61,226 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 61,226 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)

Fail 13 Aug 2013 52,990 miles

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

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 52,990 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 39,863 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Mar 2011 31,485 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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SK08 OYL is a 2008 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SK08 OYL, 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 SK08 OYL registered?

SK08 OYL is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 3 April 2008.

Is SK08 OYL safe to buy?

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