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YR08 CXB

2008 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,121 mi
Last recorded93,121 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 CXB
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2021 93,121 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 86,130 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Jun 2019 81,152 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 79,521 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 79,042 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2014 70,200 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 70,200 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 68,802 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear tyres wearing low

Pass 12 Apr 2012 60,854 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 Apr 2012 60,853 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 53,849 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 15 Mar 2011 33,849 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres wearing on edges

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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YR08 CXB is a 2008 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YR08 CXB, 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 YR08 CXB registered?

YR08 CXB is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is YR08 CXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 CXB shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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