2008 BMW M3 4.0L Petrol · OV08 YXR
2008 BMW M3 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 21/05/2008. Recorded mileage 82,708 miles. MOT valid until 11/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Oxford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 82,708 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 3999cc
OV08 YXR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/04/2026
- 82,708 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
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.
OV08 YXR Mileage History
- 06/11/202378,255 mi
- 04/11/202478,637 mi+382 mi
- 12/04/202578,690 mi+53 mi
- 31/03/202682,697 mi+4,007 mi
- 08/04/202682,708 mi+11 mi
Average of roughly 1,840 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
OV08 YXR 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 (OV08 YXR) between November 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 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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