The road tax status for AF08 TGW is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for AF08 TGW?

The MOT for AF08 TGW is valid and due for renewal on or before 29 March 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of AF08 TGW?

The recorded mileage for AF08 TGW is 143,749 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is AF08 TGW ULEZ compliant?

Yes, AF08 TGW (BMW 3 SERIES) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

Does AF08 TGW have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, AF08 TGW is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

Outstanding Recall

2008 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Petrol · AF08 TGW

AF08 TGW

2008 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, petrol). First registered 31/07/2008. Recorded mileage 143,749 miles. MOT status: Expired. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2008 · Peterborough
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 29/03/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 143,749 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status

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Valid until 29/03/2026

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Mileage: 143,749 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2008
Engine: 1995cc

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AF08 TGW Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 11/03/2025
143,749 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
6 defects noted at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

✗ Outstanding recall notice

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AF08 TGW Mileage History

29/03/2023131,703 mi
14/03/2024138,384 mi+6,681 mi
14/03/2024138,384 mi
10/03/2025143,738 mi+5,354 mi
11/03/2025143,749 mi+11 mi

Average of roughly 6,168 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

AF08 TGW MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 28 Sept 2026, 20:37

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 BMW 3 Series (AF08 TGW) between March 2023 and March 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 11 March 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (17 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 42 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”; “Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”.

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