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AD59 OVY

2009 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

166,924 mi
Last recorded166,924 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 3 Series81,861 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD59 OVY
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2021 166,924 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 152,269 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2019 134,676 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Mar 2019 134,676 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2017 131,545 miles

Low Emission

Pass 8 Feb 2016 121,306 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 121,306 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 112,545 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 108,862 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Sep 2013 107,808 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2012 79,802 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 OVY is a 2009 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 OVY, 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 AD59 OVY registered?

AD59 OVY is a 2009 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 22 December 2009.

Is AD59 OVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD59 OVY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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