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X8 LJN

2008 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

123,106 mi
Last recorded123,106 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX8 LJN
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 123,106 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 119,384 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2024 119,352 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2023 115,644 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 111,548 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 107,730 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

fuel filler cap seal is cracking/perishing

Pass 28 Aug 2020 104,770 miles

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 101,930 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2019 101,930 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2018 95,600 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 88,086 miles

nsr tyre 2.5mm tread

Pass 6 Sep 2016 78,733 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 72,818 miles

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

brake system warning light on

Pass 23 Sep 2014 64,801 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 55,473 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 46,382 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 37,250 miles

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

exhaust pipe fouling rear axle

Fail 23 Sep 2011 37,249 miles

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

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

exhaust pipe fouling rear axle

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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X8 LJN is a 2008 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 X8 LJN, 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 X8 LJN?

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What year was X8 LJN registered?

X8 LJN is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 4 September 2008.

Is X8 LJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for X8 LJN shows 18 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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