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AF59 UHZ

2009 BMW 3 Series

Bronze Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2023
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

130,251 mi
Last recorded130,251 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 3 Series81,861 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF59 UHZ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2009
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 21 Feb 2022 130,251 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2021 124,264 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 120,710 miles

Offside Front Tyre bald on outer edge.

Pass 11 Feb 2019 108,269 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 93,994 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2017 78,677 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 70,995 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 65,140 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 58,879 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 56,074 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 49,572 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing outer edge

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 UHZ is a 2009 BMW 3 Series in Bronze with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UHZ, 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 UHZ?

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What year was AF59 UHZ registered?

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

Is AF59 UHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF59 UHZ shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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