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AC08 GVF

2008 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

145,116 mi
Last recorded145,116 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 3 Series85,521 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 GVF
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2024 145,116 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All flexible brake hose ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Exhaust system corroding

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Sill covers fitted

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 tyres wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Under floor covers fitted

Pass 19 Dec 2023 143,489 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All flexible brake hose ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Exhaust system corroding

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Sill covers fitted

Under floor covers fitted

Pass 16 Dec 2022 141,673 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All flexible brake hose ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Exhaust system corroding

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Sill covers fitted

Under floor covers fitted

Pass 1 Nov 2021 138,967 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All flexible brake hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Exhaust system corroding

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 29 Oct 2021 138,967 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both rear (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All flexible brake hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Exhaust system corroding

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 Oct 2020 136,126 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2019 131,840 miles

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

exhaust system corroding

Pass 24 Sep 2018 127,046 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2017 122,673 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 119,324 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 116,137 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 114,702 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 112,452 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 109,415 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 107,089 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 107,089 miles

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 79,763 miles

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

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

Offside Rear 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.

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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AC08 GVF is a 2008 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AC08 GVF, 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 AC08 GVF registered?

AC08 GVF is a 2008 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is AC08 GVF safe to buy?

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