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2008 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

64,422 mi
Last recorded64,422 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 3 Series85,521 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration171 MM
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 64,422 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Mar 2026 64,422 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 62,551 miles

Central Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2024 62,299 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test Dash Cams (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 61,473 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 61,085 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 60,586 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 60,177 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 27 Oct 2018 59,545 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 58,657 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 57,457 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 56,570 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 54,620 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 52,104 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

o/s/r tyre worn low on inner edge

Pass 2 Aug 2012 47,013 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 35,459 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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171 MM is a 2008 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 85,521 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 171 MM, 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 18 years old, this BMW 3 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 171 MM?

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What year was 171 MM registered?

171 MM is a 2008 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 25 September 2008.

Is 171 MM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 171 MM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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