2008 BMW M3 4.0L Petrol · LN08 BGF
2008 BMW M3 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 12/06/2008. Recorded mileage 75,989 miles. MOT valid until 01/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Wimbledon (South London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 75,989 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 3999cc
LN08 BGF Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/04/2026
- 75,989 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: 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.
LN08 BGF Mileage History
- 08/07/202275,273 mi
- 27/03/202475,412 mi+139 mi
- 04/04/202475,434 mi+22 mi
- 02/04/202675,989 mi+555 mi
Average of roughly 192 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
LN08 BGF 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 (LN08 BGF) between July 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 April 2026 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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