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EK09 CPX

2009 BMW 3

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

141,827 mi
Last recorded141,827 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 381,488 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK09 CPX
MakeBMW
Model3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 141,827 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2024 126,536 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2023 122,630 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2022 110,776 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 99,341 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Jul 2021 99,341 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2020 89,670 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 85,215 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 81,520 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 74,572 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 69,177 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 64,588 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 58,675 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 53,873 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2013 53,873 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 49,421 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 49,404 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 47,477 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 47,477 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

How Reliable is the BMW 3?

Based on 4,306 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
5,926
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 120
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 94
Brake pipe excessively corroded 73
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 67
parking brake recording little or no effort 63
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EK09 CPX is a 2009 BMW 3 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2009 BMW 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 81,488 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 120 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK09 CPX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK09 CPX registered?

EK09 CPX is a 2009 BMW 3, first registered on 14 April 2009.

Is EK09 CPX safe to buy?

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