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AC08 GVL

2008 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

134,405 mi
Last recorded134,405 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 3 Series85,521 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 GVL
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2017 134,405 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 125,576 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 118,549 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

o/s/r tyre sidewalls have signs of driven runflat

Fail 1 Dec 2015 118,549 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2014 105,570 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 23 Nov 2013 94,414 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 93,115 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 87,757 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 82,327 miles

damage on o/s sill panel & o/s/ front bumper corner

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 GVL is a 2008 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AC08 GVL, 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 AC08 GVL?

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What year was AC08 GVL registered?

AC08 GVL is a 2008 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is AC08 GVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 GVL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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