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AF59 JHU

2009 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

105,464 mi
Last recorded105,464 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2017
Typical for 2009 BMW 3 Series81,861 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF59 JHU
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2017 105,464 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 103,104 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 99,429 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 99,429 miles

Offside Rear Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 97,231 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 90,620 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 65,634 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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 JHU is a 2009 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 JHU, 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 AF59 JHU?

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What year was AF59 JHU registered?

AF59 JHU is a 2009 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 2 September 2009.

Is AF59 JHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF59 JHU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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