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AE08 TPH

2008 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

184,532 mi
Last recorded184,532 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 3 Series85,521 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 TPH
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2024 184,532 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 177,531 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 168,234 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2021 160,003 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 150,762 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 142,181 miles

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

Fail 5 Feb 2019 142,130 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Feb 2018 129,817 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 115,726 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 101,983 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2014 86,223 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2013 77,007 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2012 70,659 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 70,659 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 59,573 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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AE08 TPH is a 2008 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 85,521 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 AE08 TPH, 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 18 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 AE08 TPH registered?

AE08 TPH is a 2008 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 4 August 2008.

Is AE08 TPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 TPH shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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