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SN08 RYG

2008 BMW M3

White Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

131,292 mi
Last recorded131,292 miles
Recorded on18 May 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN08 RYG
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2022 131,292 miles
Fail 17 May 2022 131,178 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 114,757 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 97,154 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 78,372 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 54,652 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 54,345 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage to nearside front and offside front tyre outer sidewalls

Pass 8 Jan 2014 47,429 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Oct 2012 34,031 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 33,430 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 33,430 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2011 28,920 miles

Both rear tyres beginning to wear on inner edges

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge

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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SN08 RYG is a 2008 BMW M3 in White with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SN08 RYG, 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 SN08 RYG?

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What year was SN08 RYG registered?

SN08 RYG is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is SN08 RYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN08 RYG shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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