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A7 UKU

2010 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

126,121 mi
Last recorded126,121 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2024
Typical for 2010 BMW 3 Series86,531 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 UKU
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2024 126,121 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust system loud

under vehicle has corrosion in multiple places

undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2022 112,551 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 111,712 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 107,029 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 99,581 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 87,943 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 78,303 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 62,820 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 54,539 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 54,539 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect and offside (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative and offside (1.7.2)

Nearside Side repeater not working and offside (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 50,250 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 41,404 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 33,094 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2014 33,094 miles

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

Fail 15 Jan 2014 33,094 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 24,123 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 24,123 miles

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

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

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 UKU is a 2010 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2010 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 86,531 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 A7 UKU, 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 16 years old, this BMW 3 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A7 UKU registered?

A7 UKU is a 2010 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 8 March 2010.

Is A7 UKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 UKU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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