2008 BMW M3 4.0L Petrol · PL08 KMY
2008 BMW M3 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 05/07/2008. Recorded mileage 90,687 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Preston
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 90,687 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.
PL08 KMY Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/07/2025
- 90,687 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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PL08 KMY Mileage History
- 02/07/202489,081 mi
- 02/07/202489,081 mi
- 01/07/202590,687 mi+1,606 mi
Average of roughly 1,610 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
PL08 KMY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 BMW M3 (PL08 KMY) between July 2024 and July 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 July 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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