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AC08 ORU

2008 BMW 3 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

86,172 mi
Last recorded86,172 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 3 Series85,521 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 ORU
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 86,172 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2025 86,171 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2024 84,792 miles

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Your parking brake has only just met the legal requirements.

Pass 14 Dec 2023 83,078 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 82,044 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 80,720 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 79,662 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 78,593 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 77,080 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2017 75,482 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2017 66,262 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 61,227 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 15 Jun 2016 61,227 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Jun 2015 54,677 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 49,909 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 42,592 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

non runflat tyres fitted to front axle only

Pass 15 Mar 2012 33,673 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 25,095 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 ORU is a 2008 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 ORU, 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 ORU?

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What year was AC08 ORU registered?

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

Is AC08 ORU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 ORU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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