MOT Status
ValidMileage
134,773 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
rear brake pads low
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Offside Rear 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)
How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?
Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AB55 RAW is a 2008 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.
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 AB55 RAW, 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
How do I check the history of AB55 RAW?
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What year was AB55 RAW registered?
AB55 RAW is a 2008 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 26 September 2008.
Is AB55 RAW safe to buy?
The MOT history for AB55 RAW shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does AB55 RAW have outstanding finance?
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