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AF59 VBT

2009 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

91,707 mi
Last recorded91,707 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 3 Series81,861 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF59 VBT
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2024 91,707 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 88,187 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 84,221 miles

Offside Rear Brake Pad Wear Sensor Wiring Rubbing Against Driveshaft / Routed Incorrectly

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Oct 2022 84,221 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake Pad Wear Sensor Wiring Rubbing Against Driveshaft / Routed Incorrectly

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 76,762 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2020 64,692 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 58,274 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 58,130 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 55,663 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 51,014 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 43,255 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 34,995 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 27,422 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 22,286 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 16,410 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 VBT is a 2009 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 VBT, 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 VBT registered?

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

Is AF59 VBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF59 VBT shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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