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AB08 KXW

2008 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

95,424 mi
Last recorded95,424 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 3 Series85,521 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 KXW
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 95,424 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 19 Nov 2025 95,415 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REAR TYRES WEARING/WORN ON THE INNER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 89,402 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2023 86,157 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 76,808 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 69,382 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 64,888 miles

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

o/s/r brake pad wear sensor wiring damaged

Pass 13 Aug 2019 60,504 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2018 55,787 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material s (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 May 2017 52,781 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 49,856 miles

Both front tyres wearing on shoulders

Engine cover fitted obscuring some engine bay components

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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)

Service lamp illuminated

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2015 43,273 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

service lamp illuminated

Pass 28 May 2014 38,081 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 32,363 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 27,801 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 20,529 miles

offside front tyre is bald on outer 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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AB08 KXW is a 2008 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,993cc 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 KXW, 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 AB08 KXW registered?

AB08 KXW is a 2008 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 24 May 2008.

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