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Y70 GSM

2008 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

71,733 mi
Last recorded71,733 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY70 GSM
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 71,733 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2025 70,527 miles

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

Fuel cap seal perishing.

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 68,900 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 66,946 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2022 65,825 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded/pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad wear indicator wire not located in brake pad, cable tied to brake hose ferrel.

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face corroded/pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 64,683 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Aug 2021 64,659 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2020 63,640 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 58,726 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 56,200 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 53,793 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 51,288 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 48,237 miles

Exhaust centre clamp loose/incomplete.

Pass 16 Aug 2014 44,292 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Aug 2013 41,051 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 32,579 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 24,243 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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Y70 GSM 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 94.1%.

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 Y70 GSM, 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 Y70 GSM registered?

Y70 GSM is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is Y70 GSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y70 GSM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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