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AM57 SZR

2008 BMW Unknown

Grey Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

204,399 mi
Last recorded204,399 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW Unknown44,690 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM57 SZR
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 204,399 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2026 204,399 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

How Reliable is the BMW Unknown?

Based on 3,578 MOT tests across 1,301 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
2,543
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,301
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7
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AM57 SZR is a 2008 BMW Unknown in Grey with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2008 BMW Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 44,690 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 Unknown fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AM57 SZR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 18 years old, this BMW Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AM57 SZR?

You can check the full history of AM57 SZR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AM57 SZR registered?

AM57 SZR is a 2008 BMW Unknown, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is AM57 SZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM57 SZR shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AM57 SZR have outstanding finance?

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