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AB08 WZT

2008 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,163 mi
Last recorded131,163 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 3 Series85,521 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 WZT
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2022 131,163 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2022 131,163 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 128,204 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 126,610 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2019 122,749 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2018 119,791 miles

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 115,265 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Mar 2017 115,264 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 108,731 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit border line pass (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 May 2015 101,519 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 91,134 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 77,793 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 64,749 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jun 2011 52,222 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 52,222 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 WZT is a 2008 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WZT, 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 WZT registered?

AB08 WZT is a 2008 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is AB08 WZT safe to buy?

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