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AF09 MHJ

2009 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

171,307 mi
Last recorded171,307 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 3 Series81,861 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF09 MHJ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2024 171,307 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 168,081 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 165,540 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 26 May 2021 163,433 miles

under covers fitted obscuring some parts

Pass 26 May 2020 161,555 miles

under covers fitted obscuring some parts

Pass 28 May 2019 159,702 miles

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

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

under covers fitted obscuring some parts

Pass 29 May 2018 157,379 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2017 153,506 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2015 144,882 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 130,564 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jan 2014 109,199 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Mar 2013 99,199 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Mar 2013 99,198 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre outer wall slight damage and outer edge worn

Pass 24 Feb 2012 79,129 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 MHJ is a 2009 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc 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 MHJ, 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 AF09 MHJ registered?

AF09 MHJ is a 2009 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is AF09 MHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF09 MHJ 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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