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AB08 HYL

2008 BMW 3 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

162,115 mi
Last recorded162,115 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW 3 Series85,521 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 HYL
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2019 162,115 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 156,003 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2017 140,470 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 118,195 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 106,405 miles

centre exhaust clamp corroded

Pass 12 May 2014 86,365 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 56,460 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 54,128 miles

General surface corrosion to exhaust system in places.

Large plastic under tray fitted to under side of vehicle in places.Unable to inspect steering and suspension fully.

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Poor reserve travel on handbrake.Needs attension.

Pass 8 Aug 2011 44,515 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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 HYL is a 2008 BMW 3 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HYL, 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 HYL registered?

AB08 HYL is a 2008 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is AB08 HYL safe to buy?

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