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AF09 MBX

2009 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

131,832 mi
Last recorded131,832 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 3 Series81,861 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF09 MBX
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 131,832 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 130,975 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 130,000 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 129,274 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 126,438 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 123,673 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 122,489 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 122,489 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 121,230 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 119,807 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 118,315 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 106,951 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2013 79,027 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 52,586 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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AF09 MBX is a 2009 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AF09 MBX, 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

How do I check the history of AF09 MBX?

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What year was AF09 MBX registered?

AF09 MBX is a 2009 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 6 March 2009.

Is AF09 MBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF09 MBX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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