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AD59 DDF

2009 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

92,488 mi
Last recorded92,488 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 3 Series81,861 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD59 DDF
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 92,488 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2

Pass 14 Aug 2025 83,481 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 14 Aug 2025 83,481 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Oct 2024 76,261 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both getting close to wear indicators (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 69,194 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 30 Nov 2023 69,194 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Nov 2022 65,291 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2022 65,289 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 64,157 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 62,850 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminating (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 5 Nov 2019 61,474 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2018 60,046 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 57,936 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 46,371 miles

Front both tyres wearing on inner edge

Offside Front tyre cracking

Oil leak

Pass 9 Nov 2015 33,031 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 33,031 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 21,741 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 16,520 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 12,908 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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AD59 DDF is a 2009 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 AD59 DDF, 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 AD59 DDF registered?

AD59 DDF is a 2009 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 December 2009.

Is AD59 DDF safe to buy?

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