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AB08 BZZ

2008 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

116,087 mi
Last recorded116,087 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 3 Series85,521 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 BZZ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2025 116,087 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 106,691 miles

Central Front Upper Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under trays prevent full inspection

Pass 9 Aug 2022 105,719 miles

Front Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 103,583 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2021 103,583 miles

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 101,115 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

under shields + engine covers fitted at the time of test.

Pass 29 Jul 2019 95,825 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 89,945 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 87,758 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 79,462 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 70,324 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 64,674 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 54,144 miles

smoke test to clean to read.

Pass 29 May 2013 51,837 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 40,412 miles

nsf tyre wearing low on outer edge

Pass 21 May 2011 30,666 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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AB08 BZZ is a 2008 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AB08 BZZ, 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 AB08 BZZ registered?

AB08 BZZ is a 2008 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 12 June 2008.

Is AB08 BZZ safe to buy?

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