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YL57 BYM

2008 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2014
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,794 mi
Last recorded79,794 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2013
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL57 BYM
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 27 Dec 2013 79,794 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 66,188 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 45,866 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 33,518 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 20,156 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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YL57 BYM is a 2008 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 YL57 BYM, 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 YL57 BYM?

You can check the full history of YL57 BYM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YL57 BYM registered?

YL57 BYM is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 16 January 2008.

Is YL57 BYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL57 BYM shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YL57 BYM have outstanding finance?

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