2008 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Petrol · SC08 AYB
2008 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01/06/2008. Recorded mileage 58,560 miles. MOT valid until 23/01/2027. Taxed until 01/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Glasgow
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/01/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/01/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 58,560 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1995cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
SC08 AYB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/01/2026
- 58,560 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
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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SC08 AYB Mileage History
- 01/07/202345,692 mi
- 02/11/202447,536 mi+1,844 mi
- 31/12/202447,536 mi
- 24/01/202658,540 mi+11,004 mi
- 24/01/202658,560 mi+20 mi
Average of roughly 5,009 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SC08 AYB 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 (SC08 AYB) between July 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”; “Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”.
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