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AFZ 3953

2009 BMW 3 Series

Silver Diesel 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2022
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

161,217 mi
Last recorded161,217 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 3 Series81,861 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFZ 3953
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2021 161,217 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 1 Mar 2021 161,214 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed Ply exposed outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 140,058 miles

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

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

under trays fitted and engine covers fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2017 132,681 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s-o/s (2.4.G.2)

undertrays fitted and engine covers fitted

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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AFZ 3953 is a 2009 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AFZ 3953, 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

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What year was AFZ 3953 registered?

AFZ 3953 is a 2009 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 24 April 2009.

Is AFZ 3953 safe to buy?

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