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AD09 MWC

2009 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

234,012 mi
Last recorded234,012 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 3 Series81,861 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD09 MWC
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 234,012 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 14 Jun 2025 234,012 miles

Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2024 221,422 miles

Engine Covers and Under Trays Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection Of Components.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2023 207,458 miles

Engine Covers and Under Trays Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection Of Components.

Pass 27 Jun 2022 193,218 miles

under engine and sill tray cover fitted , obscuring side components.

Pass 3 Jun 2021 186,066 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s & o/s ()

Pass 27 Jun 2020 183,463 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 168,734 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 157,074 miles

Under Trays Fitted Obscuring View Of Some Testable Items.

Pass 12 Apr 2017 149,808 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 142,129 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 135,116 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 127,951 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 117,343 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 87,337 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 17 Apr 2012 87,337 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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AD09 MWC is a 2009 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 AD09 MWC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD09 MWC registered?

AD09 MWC is a 2009 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 24 June 2009.

Is AD09 MWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD09 MWC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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