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AC08 LFN

2008 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

136,502 mi
Last recorded136,502 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 3 Series85,521 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2024 136,502 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jan 2024 136,502 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2023 134,101 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jan 2023 134,101 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Dec 2021 129,231 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2021 124,600 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2019 120,337 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2019 120,337 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 24 Dec 2018 114,659 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2018 114,659 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 107,275 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2016 99,837 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 93,966 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Aug 2014 89,549 miles

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)

Fail 15 Jul 2013 84,046 miles

front wipers poor

front exhaust clamp damaged

Bonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 15 Jul 2013 84,046 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

front exhaust clamp damaged

front wipers poor

Pass 17 Jul 2012 74,563 miles

All brake discs corroded

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front exhaust clamp cracked

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

Rear brake pads worn 2mm

Pass 9 Aug 2011 66,444 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 LFN is a 2008 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LFN, 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.

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What year was AC08 LFN registered?

AC08 LFN is a 2008 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 6 May 2008.

Is AC08 LFN safe to buy?

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