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AD09 ZWJ

2009 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2023
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,792 mi
Last recorded122,792 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 3 Series81,861 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD09 ZWJ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2022 122,792 miles

underside of vehicle has surface corrosion

Pass 21 Dec 2021 115,779 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

surface rust under the vehicle and on some compoinents

Fail 21 Dec 2021 115,779 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

surface rust under the vehicle and on some compoinents

Pass 13 Jul 2019 110,182 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2019 110,182 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 101,097 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 94,099 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 85,371 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 85,371 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 11 Jul 2016 85,314 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Rear Slight drag on Offside rear brake

Pass 4 Jul 2015 76,954 miles

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

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

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

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

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

front exhaust clamp cracked

Pass 5 Jul 2014 69,234 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 61,523 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both edges of nearside front tyre wearing low

engine oil need topping up by 1/2 to 1 litres

Pass 29 Jun 2013 61,523 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both edges of nearside front tyre wearing low

engine oil need topping up by 1/2 to 1 litres

Pass 3 Jul 2012 53,825 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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AD09 ZWJ is a 2009 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AD09 ZWJ, 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 AD09 ZWJ registered?

AD09 ZWJ is a 2009 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 14 July 2009.

Is AD09 ZWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD09 ZWJ shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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