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A16 OMC

2007 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2023
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

165,743 mi
Last recorded165,743 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 OMC
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 8 Nov 2022 165,743 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2021 156,855 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 149,247 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 140,168 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement & lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement & lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 127,511 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 120,084 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 111,141 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 101,222 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 90,671 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 80,612 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Oct 2012 70,037 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 58,615 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 49,538 miles

Front tyres wearing edges

Rear tyres 3mm

Pass 30 Oct 2009 37,474 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 37,474 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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A16 OMC is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A16 OMC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A16 OMC registered?

A16 OMC is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 25 September 2007.

Is A16 OMC safe to buy?

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