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VU58 XAA

2008 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

94,227 mi
Last recorded94,227 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU58 XAA
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2024 94,227 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 92,902 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 90,286 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 84,801 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 79,106 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Aug 2020 79,099 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 72,476 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2019 72,476 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2019 72,238 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Hazard lights non standard flash sequence

Pass 14 Aug 2018 60,646 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 45,743 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 36,987 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 30,148 miles

osr tyre sidewall damaged no core showing

Pass 30 Jun 2014 27,655 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 26,332 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 24,092 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 19,388 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 19,385 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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VU58 XAA is a 2008 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VU58 XAA, 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 VU58 XAA registered?

VU58 XAA is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is VU58 XAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU58 XAA shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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