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A3 RAO

2007 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

53,755 mi
Last recorded53,755 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 RAO
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 53,755 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule next to exhaust (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule next to exhaust (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad wear sensor detached from brake pad

Fail 2 Feb 2026 53,755 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule next to exhaust (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule next to exhaust (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad wear sensor detached from brake pad

Pass 6 Feb 2025 53,630 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule next to exhaust (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule next to exhaust (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad wear sensor detached from brake pad

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

Pass 14 Feb 2024 53,542 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule next to exhaust (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule next to exhaust (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad wear sensor detached from brake pad

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

Pass 15 Feb 2023 53,145 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both hoses near to centre silencer. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 52,924 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2022 52,924 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2021 52,651 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 52,448 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2019 51,688 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 18 Jan 2019 51,688 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2018 49,896 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit is void of tread on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2016 47,997 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 46,486 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 46,486 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 44,363 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 42,915 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 41,129 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 8 Mar 2012 38,649 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 33,352 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2011 33,223 miles

Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 25,652 miles

baffles in exhaust centre section rattling about

bonnet safty catch sticking

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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A3 RAO is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 A3 RAO, 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 A3 RAO?

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What year was A3 RAO registered?

A3 RAO is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 16 March 2007.

Is A3 RAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 RAO shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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