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LG08 ZJE

2008 BMW 3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

128,176 mi
Last recorded128,176 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW 3100,060 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 ZJE
MakeBMW
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2016 128,176 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 117,841 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2014 106,322 miles

chip in screen

Pass 9 Apr 2013 97,350 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 96,911 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 87,416 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 77,293 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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LG08 ZJE is a 2008 BMW 3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 BMW 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 100,060 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 LG08 ZJE, 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 18 years old, this BMW 3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LG08 ZJE?

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What year was LG08 ZJE registered?

LG08 ZJE is a 2008 BMW 3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is LG08 ZJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG08 ZJE shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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