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AB03 DOM

2008 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

182,164 mi
Last recorded182,164 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 3 Series85,521 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB03 DOM
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2023 182,164 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 180,101 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 163,006 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 156,820 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 155,586 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 144,067 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside handbrake just met requirements

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 132,631 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 119,425 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

O/S/R Tyre worn on inner edge.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Mar 2013 96,515 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2012 75,190 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

No emissions test results - vehicle too clean to register on opacimeter

Fail 29 Mar 2012 75,190 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

No emissions test results - vehicle too clean to register on opacimeter

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 53,934 miles

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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AB03 DOM is a 2008 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AB03 DOM, 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.

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What year was AB03 DOM registered?

AB03 DOM is a 2008 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AB03 DOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB03 DOM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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