2008 BMW M3 4.0L Petrol · R80 DBJ
2008 BMW M3 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 17/09/2008. Recorded mileage 32,390 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/04/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 32,390 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 3999cc
R80 DBJ Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/04/2024
- 32,390 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: Poor
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.
R80 DBJ Mileage History
- 30/06/202231,807 mi
- 11/04/202432,390 mi+583 mi
- 11/04/202432,390 mi
Average of roughly 327 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
R80 DBJ 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 (R80 DBJ) between June 2022 and April 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 11 April 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”.
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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