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AC08 LEU

2008 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

191,194 mi
Last recorded191,194 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 3 Series85,521 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2021 191,194 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 188,892 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 187,039 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 183,529 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 176,181 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 162,693 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2015 151,007 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 141,160 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 131,523 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2012 122,372 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 122,372 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2011 113,573 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 93,948 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 LEU is a 2008 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AC08 LEU, 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 LEU registered?

AC08 LEU is a 2008 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is AC08 LEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 LEU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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