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A18 OLO

2007 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,649 mi
Last recorded98,649 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 OLO
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 98,649 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 92,801 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 90,005 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 85,819 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 84,105 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 80,474 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 77,750 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 73,821 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 69,716 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 65,962 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2015 65,930 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Nearside Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

brake warning light illuminated

Pass 15 Nov 2014 52,929 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 45,539 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2013 45,539 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 38,983 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2011 19,184 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 11,042 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2010 11,042 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

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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A18 OLO is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A18 OLO, 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 A18 OLO registered?

A18 OLO is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 25 July 2007.

Is A18 OLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 OLO shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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