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AE09 CRX

2009 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

101,583 mi
Last recorded101,583 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 3 Series81,861 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE09 CRX
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 101,583 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2025 96,120 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2025 96,120 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 86,333 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 74,768 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 71,486 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 67,762 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 66,319 miles

tested in wet weather

Pass 16 Oct 2019 63,272 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2019 63,272 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 58,282 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

both front and both rear tyres slightly worn on edges

Pass 12 Oct 2017 53,594 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 47,715 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 42,547 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2014 36,399 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 35,164 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2013 33,194 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2013 33,194 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 21,402 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on edges

Pass 28 Jul 2011 13,586 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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AE09 CRX is a 2009 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AE09 CRX, 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 AE09 CRX registered?

AE09 CRX is a 2009 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 11 March 2009.

Is AE09 CRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE09 CRX shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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