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A20 JYY

2007 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

122,886 mi
Last recorded122,886 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 JYY
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 122,886 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 115,806 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 107,596 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear quarter panel slightly damage

Pass 30 Nov 2022 102,210 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 93,358 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 84,942 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 76,694 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2018 72,480 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 68,108 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 62,105 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 62,091 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2015 56,231 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 49,538 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 May 2014 49,538 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 May 2013 43,950 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 38,332 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 5 May 2011 33,050 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 28,630 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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A20 JYY is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 A20 JYY, 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 A20 JYY registered?

A20 JYY is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 19 December 2007.

Is A20 JYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 JYY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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