2008 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Petrol · GV08 VMC
2008 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, petrol). First registered 24 May 2008. Recorded mileage 96,068 miles. MOT valid until 24 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 May 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 96,068 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GV08 VMC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/10/2025
- 96,068 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (11 mentions)
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GV08 VMC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 BMW 3 Series (GV08 VMC) between October 2021 and October 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 27 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (11 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 27 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
GV08 VMC Mileage History
- 06/10/202182,737 mi
- 05/10/202286,171 mi+3,434 mi
- 11/10/202390,107 mi+3,936 mi
- 09/10/202492,854 mi+2,747 mi
- 08/10/202596,068 mi+3,214 mi
Average of roughly 3,328 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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