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A7 DFU

2014 BMW 3 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,034 mi
Last recorded90,034 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW 3 Series71,615 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 DFU
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 9 Jan 2026 90,034 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2024 84,416 miles

Both front shocker dust covers perished

Pass 20 Dec 2023 78,511 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Dec 2022 70,606 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 62,333 miles

Nearside Rear Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 4 Jan 2021 54,473 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 49,078 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 39,969 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 31,315 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 24,268 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

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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A7 DFU is a 2014 BMW 3 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2014 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 71,615 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 A7 DFU, 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 12 years old, this BMW 3 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A7 DFU?

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What year was A7 DFU registered?

A7 DFU is a 2014 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 6 January 2014.

Is A7 DFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 DFU shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A7 DFU have outstanding finance?

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