2008 BMW M3 4.0L Petrol · H16 LAP
2008 BMW M3 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 18/03/2008. Recorded mileage 59,922 miles. MOT valid until 06/06/2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06/06/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 59,922 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 3999cc
H16 LAP Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/06/2026
- 59,922 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
H16 LAP Mileage History
- 08/06/202355,107 mi
- 05/06/202455,109 mi+2 mi
- 04/06/202557,584 mi+2,475 mi
- 03/06/202659,922 mi+2,338 mi
Average of roughly 1,611 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
H16 LAP 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 (H16 LAP) between June 2023 and June 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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.
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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