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CP08 CDP

2017 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

44,352 mi
Last recorded44,352 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 3 Series51,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 CDP
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 44,352 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2026 99,438 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2025 38,352 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 94,419 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover/bump stop incomplete

Pass 16 Jul 2024 28,900 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 89,206 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Jan 2024 143,430 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear tyre worn inner shoulder

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 28,455 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2023 79,855 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 27,406 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 26,717 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 16 Apr 2022 26,717 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Jan 2022 74,489 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 24,652 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 69,143 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2020 69,130 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2020

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Pass 7 Jan 2020 65,853 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 64,419 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 59,852 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 49,228 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 36,356 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 28,307 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 26,662 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 31 Mar 2014 26,662 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 19,877 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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CP08 CDP is a 2017 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2017 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 51,922 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 CP08 CDP, 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 9 years old, this BMW 3 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was CP08 CDP registered?

CP08 CDP is a 2017 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 23 June 2017.

Is CP08 CDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP08 CDP shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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