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EFZ 9511

2008 BMW 325

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

121,373 mi
Last recorded121,373 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 32568,054 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFZ 9511
MakeBMW
Model325
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 121,373 miles

Central Front Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 5 Aug 2025 121,373 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Front Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 117,495 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2024 117,425 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 113,640 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread to the outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Jul 2023 113,630 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread to the outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 106,844 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2022 106,832 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

How Reliable is the BMW 325?

Based on 4,679 MOT tests across 604 vehicles.

79.3%
Pass Rate
4,833
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
604
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 27
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EFZ 9511 is a 2008 BMW 325 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2008 BMW 325 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 68,054 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 325 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EFZ 9511, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 325 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 325 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was EFZ 9511 registered?

EFZ 9511 is a 2008 BMW 325, first registered on 17 November 2008.

Is EFZ 9511 safe to buy?

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