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A7 VXO

2009 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

125,298 mi
Last recorded125,298 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 3 Series81,861 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 VXO
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 125,298 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 121,761 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2024 121,761 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 116,526 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2022 108,803 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2022 108,803 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Oct 2021 101,205 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2021 101,205 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 90,512 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 85,942 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2018 78,675 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2018 78,675 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2017 70,902 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 64,432 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 60,405 miles

Engine covers / Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

nearside front tyre out of shape slightly

Pass 5 Dec 2014 50,509 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Dec 2013 39,505 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 35,952 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 29,306 miles

n/s/r tyre tread wearing low on inner edge

o/s/f tyre tread wearing low on edges

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 VXO is a 2009 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2009 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 81,861 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 VXO, 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 17 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 VXO?

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What year was A7 VXO registered?

A7 VXO is a 2009 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 11 September 2009.

Is A7 VXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 VXO shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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