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AC08 KLA

2008 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

152,046 mi
Last recorded152,046 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 3 Series85,521 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 KLA
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2025 152,046 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2024 143,399 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated illuminated on dash (1.1.10 (f))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive underbody trays covered in oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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Pass 30 Jan 2023 134,909 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2022 129,189 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 127,340 miles

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

Rear brake pads worn.nearside inner disc surface corroded.front flexis cracked

Pass 7 Feb 2020 125,388 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2019 122,386 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2018 117,545 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 105,274 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 99,313 miles

Both rear tyres slightly mishaped on inner edges

Pass 6 Mar 2015 93,581 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2015 93,581 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 87,474 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

unable to obtain emissions printout due to undetected peak

Pass 11 Mar 2013 78,100 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Feb 2012 63,711 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 500,006 miles

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 KLA is a 2008 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 KLA, 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 KLA registered?

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

Is AC08 KLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 KLA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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