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X14 PWS

2008 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

125,598 mi
Last recorded125,598 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX14 PWS
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2023 125,598 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 112,060 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 94,149 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 77,314 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 75,952 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 71,660 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 69,020 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 66,783 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 56,220 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Feb 2014 54,018 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 13 Feb 2014 54,018 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2013 47,699 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 34,724 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 33,440 miles

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

nearside rear 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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X14 PWS is a 2008 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 X14 PWS, 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 X14 PWS registered?

X14 PWS is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 12 June 2008.

Is X14 PWS safe to buy?

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