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AC59 AAC

2009 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

95,321 mi
Last recorded95,321 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 3 Series81,861 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC59 AAC
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 95,321 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 87,414 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords NSF & OSF (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSF & OSF (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Aug 2024 87,414 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords NSF & OSF (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSF & OSF (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2023 81,878 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Fail 21 Aug 2023 81,878 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 15 Aug 2022 71,454 miles

Undertrays fitted

Fail 15 Aug 2022 71,454 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2021 61,568 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 20 Aug 2020 55,100 miles

Offside front tyre wearing on both edges.

Undertrays fitted.

Fail 19 Aug 2020 55,100 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside front tyre wearing on both edges.

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 27 Aug 2019 50,052 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 29 Aug 2018 41,857 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 22 Aug 2017 28,519 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges.

Both rear tyre treads perished nearly showing cords.

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 24 Aug 2016 23,171 miles

Both front tyres wearing/tread perished on outer edges.

Both rear tyres tread perished on outer edges.

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 25 Aug 2015 17,790 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Aug 2014
Fail 29 Aug 2014 14,036 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2013 11,630 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Sep 2012 8,532 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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AC59 AAC is a 2009 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2009 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 81,861 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 AC59 AAC, 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 17 years old, this BMW 3 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AC59 AAC registered?

AC59 AAC is a 2009 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is AC59 AAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC59 AAC shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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