2008 BMW M3 4.0L Petrol · GL08 MLY
2008 BMW M3 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 20/06/2008. Recorded mileage 93,896 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Maidstone
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31/08/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,896 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.
GL08 MLY Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/08/2023
- 93,896 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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GL08 MLY Mileage History
- 01/09/202182,193 mi
- 01/09/202182,193 mi
- 31/08/202287,784 mi+5,591 mi
- 26/08/202393,896 mi+6,112 mi
Average of roughly 5,903 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
GL08 MLY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 BMW M3 (GL08 MLY) between September 2021 and August 2023.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 26 August 2023 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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