2008 BMW M3 4.0L Petrol · LA08 NPY
2008 BMW M3 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 25/07/2008. Recorded mileage 120,165 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/06/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 120,165 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 3999cc
LA08 NPY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/06/2025
- 120,165 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.
LA08 NPY Mileage History
- 24/06/2022113,087 mi
- 03/06/2023114,532 mi+1,445 mi
- 20/06/2024117,859 mi+3,327 mi
- 24/06/2025120,158 mi+2,299 mi
- 26/06/2025120,165 mi+7 mi
Average of roughly 2,354 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LA08 NPY 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 M3 (LA08 NPY) between June 2022 and June 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 26 June 2025 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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