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A16 POS

2007 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

150,330 mi
Last recorded150,330 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2016
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 POS
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2016 150,330 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 131,414 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 2 Sep 2015 131,414 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 110,405 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 88,807 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 68,671 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 52,071 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 36,962 miles

Fuel flap faulty.

Fail 16 Sep 2010 36,961 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Fuel flap faulty.

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 POS is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 POS, 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

How do I check the history of A16 POS?

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What year was A16 POS registered?

A16 POS is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is A16 POS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 POS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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