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AF59 JGX

2009 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

69,289 mi
Last recorded69,289 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2018
Typical for 2009 BMW 3 Series81,861 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF59 JGX
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2018 69,289 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 65,424 miles

Front Both tyres perishing within tread

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

Fuel cap sealing ring starting to perish but still maintains seal

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

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

Rear Tyres wearing on inner shoulders

Fail 31 Aug 2017 65,424 miles

Front Both tyres perishing within tread

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

Fuel cap sealing ring starting to perish but still maintains seal

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

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

Rear Tyres wearing on inner shoulders

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 61,357 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2015 55,261 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Aug 2015 55,261 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Aug 2014 49,316 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 49,316 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 35,749 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 25,961 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 JGX is a 2009 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JGX, 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 AF59 JGX registered?

AF59 JGX is a 2009 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is AF59 JGX safe to buy?

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