2008 BMW M3 4.0L Petrol · LR08 VTN
2008 BMW M3 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 07/03/2008. Recorded mileage 80,283 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Wimbledon (South London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/02/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 80,283 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.
LR08 VTN Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/02/2025
- 80,283 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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LR08 VTN Mileage History
- 22/02/202370,868 mi
- 21/02/202473,685 mi+2,817 mi
- 21/02/202473,685 mi
- 24/02/202580,283 mi+6,598 mi
Average of roughly 4,693 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
LR08 VTN 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 (LR08 VTN) between February 2023 and February 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 24 February 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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