2008 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Diesel · S8 DYE
2008 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 27 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 161,698 miles. MOT valid until 24 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 161,698 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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S8 DYE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 12/06/2026
- 161,698 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
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S8 DYE 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 3 Series (S8 DYE) between June 2022 and June 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 10 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
S8 DYE Mileage History
- 21/06/2022143,405 mi
- 23/06/2023150,243 mi+6,838 mi
- 06/06/2024154,267 mi+4,024 mi
- 25/06/2025158,501 mi+4,234 mi
- 12/06/2026161,698 mi+3,197 mi
Average of roughly 4,602 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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