2008 BMW M3 4.0L Petrol · PN58 LEJ
2008 BMW M3 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 06/09/2008. Recorded mileage 99,910 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Preston
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06/08/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 99,910 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 3999cc
PN58 LEJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/07/2025
- 99,910 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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PN58 LEJ Mileage History
- 07/01/202291,289 mi
- 13/01/202393,789 mi+2,500 mi
- 20/01/202393,811 mi+22 mi
- 07/08/202496,883 mi+3,072 mi
- 31/07/202599,910 mi+3,027 mi
Average of roughly 2,420 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
PN58 LEJ 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 (PN58 LEJ) between January 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 31 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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