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X50 PSB

2008 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

53,591 mi
Last recorded53,591 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX50 PSB
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 53,591 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2024 52,564 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joints (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential Pinion Seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2024 52,548 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joints (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential Pinion Seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2023 51,748 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2023 51,742 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2022 50,641 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 49,574 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 48,679 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust Rear Joins (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Worn Close To Wear Indicator (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 46,805 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 44,904 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 42,692 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 38,282 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 34,031 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 27,851 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 23,840 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 20,170 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 17,382 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 PSB is a 2008 BMW M3 in Black 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 PSB, 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 PSB registered?

X50 PSB is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 8 October 2008.

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