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A13 MWS

2007 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

140,191 mi
Last recorded140,191 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 MWS
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 140,191 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2024 132,759 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 128,936 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2019 128,936 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 124,685 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 115,817 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2016 100,544 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 86,802 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 78,026 miles

Front tyres worn on outer edges

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 71,073 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 63,445 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Aug 2012 63,445 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Aug 2011 54,699 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 45,975 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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A13 MWS is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2007 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 86,578 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 A13 MWS, 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 19 years old, this BMW 3 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A13 MWS registered?

A13 MWS is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 15 September 2007.

Is A13 MWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 MWS shows 14 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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