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YC58 SXU

2008 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

101,916 mi
Last recorded101,916 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC58 SXU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 101,916 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 98,951 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2017 94,523 miles

front pads getting low

Pass 16 May 2016 92,193 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 92,093 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2015 90,613 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 83,803 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake pads getting low

Fail 17 Nov 2014 83,386 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 23 Nov 2013 70,627 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 57,064 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 41,705 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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YC58 SXU is a 2008 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YC58 SXU, 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 YC58 SXU registered?

YC58 SXU is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 1 December 2008.

Is YC58 SXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC58 SXU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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