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AF59 JEU

2009 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

152,180 mi
Last recorded152,180 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 3 Series81,861 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF59 JEU
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 152,180 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2024 136,676 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various places (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 132,810 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

factory covers restricting view of some components under body

Fail 3 Aug 2023 132,809 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

factory covers restricting view of some components under body

Pass 6 Jul 2022 123,933 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2022 123,931 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure TYRE SIDE 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed TYRE SIDE 225/35/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed TYRE SIDE 225/35/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 May 2021 111,149 miles

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

Nearside Rear baby seat fitted

Rear Both rear road wheels cracked on inner edges

Pass 27 Sep 2018 83,239 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Feb 2018 74,872 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2017 67,511 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2016 55,925 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 55,925 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 May 2015 45,729 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2014 37,448 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 May 2013 25,036 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 19,303 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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AF59 JEU is a 2009 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AF59 JEU, 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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AF59 JEU is a 2009 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 21 September 2009.

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