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AC06 BMW

2008 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

143,822 mi
Last recorded143,822 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 3 Series85,521 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC06 BMW
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 143,822 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 143,700 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 143,020 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2021 135,957 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 129,344 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2019 121,664 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 118,954 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 117,058 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 111,855 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2016 111,855 miles

Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both rear (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 103,560 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 92,578 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2014 92,578 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 71,765 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 63,842 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 63,842 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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AC06 BMW is a 2008 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AC06 BMW, 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 AC06 BMW registered?

AC06 BMW is a 2008 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 9 April 2008.

Is AC06 BMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC06 BMW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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