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A9 JFC

2008 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

54,528 mi
Last recorded54,528 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 3 Series85,521 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 JFC
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 54,528 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 52,680 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 49,391 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 46,482 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 43,921 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 41,618 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 39,942 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 38,110 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2019 38,110 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jun 2018 35,761 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 33,284 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 30,751 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 27,386 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 25,278 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 22,947 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 20,203 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 14,756 miles

o/s/f and n/s/f tyres wearing on edges.

o/s/f tyre outer side wall is cut.

o/s/r and n/s/r tyres wearing low on inner edge.

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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A9 JFC is a 2008 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 85,521 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A9 JFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 3 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A9 JFC registered?

A9 JFC is a 2008 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is A9 JFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 JFC shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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