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AC08 LFL

2008 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

126,543 mi
Last recorded126,543 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 3 Series85,521 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 LFL
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2020 126,543 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 122,985 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 119,645 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 116,143 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 111,850 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 106,632 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 101,419 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 98,014 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 98,008 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 92,246 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 70,507 miles

Coolant leak

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

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 LFL is a 2008 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LFL, 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 LFL?

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What year was AC08 LFL registered?

AC08 LFL is a 2008 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 16 April 2008.

Is AC08 LFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 LFL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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