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AC08 ORO

2008 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

152,318 mi
Last recorded152,318 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 3 Series85,521 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 ORO
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2022 152,318 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 141,547 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Sep 2021 141,541 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 127,073 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2020 127,073 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 116,747 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 105,549 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 105,549 miles

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 95,180 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2016 84,405 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 77,379 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 77,379 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 70,171 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Sep 2013 63,118 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 63,118 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 58,198 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 46,362 miles

rear tyres 3-3.5mm

Pass 7 Mar 2011 32,793 miles

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

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

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 ORO is a 2008 BMW 3 Series in Blue 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 ORO, 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 ORO registered?

AC08 ORO is a 2008 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AC08 ORO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 ORO shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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