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X50 KJF

2008 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

135,036 mi
Last recorded135,036 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX50 KJF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 135,036 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 May 2025 134,007 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 132,653 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 130,058 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 128,299 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 124,886 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 117,838 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 107,821 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 99,121 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 90,520 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 78,260 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 78,011 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 20 Jan 2016 77,617 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 74,233 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2014 74,223 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Oct 2013 60,452 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 54,408 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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X50 KJF is a 2008 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 X50 KJF, 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.

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What year was X50 KJF registered?

X50 KJF is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is X50 KJF safe to buy?

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