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A8 JCE

2007 BMW 3 Series

Red Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

141,394 mi
Last recorded141,394 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 JCE
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 141,394 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside ands nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Feb 2026 141,321 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords also low on tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside ands nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 137,238 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2024 131,098 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts are perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Rear rear prop rubber drive coupling perished/split

amber brake wear sensor light on dash

Fail 20 Feb 2024 131,028 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts are perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear rear prop rubber drive coupling perished/split

amber brake wear sensor light on dash

Pass 15 Feb 2023 123,514 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 115,401 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 111,523 miles

No emission print out due to low emmisions

Fail 19 Jan 2021 111,518 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

No emission print out due to low emmisions

Pass 3 Jul 2019 105,286 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 98,869 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 89,488 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 76,249 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 66,526 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 56,808 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 42,017 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 26,850 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 25,061 miles

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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A8 JCE is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 A8 JCE, 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 A8 JCE registered?

A8 JCE is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 21 April 2007.

Is A8 JCE safe to buy?

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