2008 BMW M3 4.0L Petrol · AE08 RTU
2008 BMW M3 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 02/06/2008. Recorded mileage 266,131 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Peterborough
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/12/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 266,131 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 3999cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
AE08 RTU Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/12/2022
- 266,131 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Known faults for BMW M3
Our database tracks 6 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
AE08 RTU Mileage History
- 03/12/2021249,543 mi
- 04/12/2021249,543 mi
- 02/12/2022266,131 mi+16,588 mi
Average of roughly 16,651 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
AE08 RTU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 BMW M3 (AE08 RTU) between December 2021 and December 2022.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 December 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: BMW M3
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Rod Bearing Wear(Serious)
S54 and S65 cars are well known for rod-bearing wear, especially if oil changes have been stretched or the cars have seen regular track use. Left too long, the engine can destroy itself.
- Throttle Actuator Failure(Serious)
The V8 M3 uses electric throttle actuators that fail with age and heat, putting the car into limp mode. Many cars have already had one or both done.
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