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Y4 MSC

2008 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,183 mi
Last recorded59,183 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY4 MSC
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2026 59,183 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 59,099 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 59,043 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 58,965 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 58,856 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 58,598 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 58,459 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 57,967 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 57,025 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 55,757 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 52,984 miles

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

Rear final drive leaking oil

Pass 5 May 2015 49,597 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 43,596 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 39,565 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 32,839 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 29,141 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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Y4 MSC is a 2008 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y4 MSC, 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 Y4 MSC?

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What year was Y4 MSC registered?

Y4 MSC is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is Y4 MSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y4 MSC shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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