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A4 VBR

2007 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

55,205 mi
Last recorded55,205 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 VBR
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 55,205 miles

surface corrosion underside

Pass 23 Aug 2024 53,855 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front suspension components showing signs of corrosion.

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear suspension components showing signs of corrosion.

Fail 23 Aug 2024 53,855 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front suspension components showing signs of corrosion.

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear suspension components showing signs of corrosion.

Pass 25 Jun 2021 53,832 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Protective covers underside not allowing full inspection of brake and fuel lines

Rear Both rear stabiliser arms corroded

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 53,156 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute ALL (4.4.4 (a))

Front Front bumper loose

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Protective covers underside not allowing full inspection of brake and fuel lines

Rear Both rear stabiliser arms corroded

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear radius arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 52,084 miles

Front Bumper has body damage .

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle fitted with protective cover underside not allowing full inspection of brake and fuel lines .

Pass 9 Feb 2018 50,472 miles

Offside Rear water ingress O/S/R Light area - Moister in light lense

Pass 27 Feb 2017 49,313 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 47,477 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 43,910 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 39,967 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 35,784 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 29,114 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 21,682 miles

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

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

all 4 tyres bald inside edge

nearside front tyre cut inside edge

offside rear tyre cut on wall

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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A4 VBR is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 A4 VBR, 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 A4 VBR registered?

A4 VBR is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 June 2007.

Is A4 VBR safe to buy?

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