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A8 SGM

2007 BMW 3 Series

Bronze Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

45,121 mi
Last recorded45,121 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 SGM
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 45,121 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 38,030 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 35,454 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 35,291 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 34,456 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 31,160 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 29,666 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 27,305 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 25,434 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 24,038 miles

All tyre treads cracking

Pass 22 Sep 2015 22,644 miles

All tyre treads cracking.

Pass 16 Sep 2014 20,551 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 18,097 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 16,397 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 13,912 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 10,971 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 10,891 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 SGM is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Bronze with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 SGM, 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 SGM registered?

A8 SGM is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 22 October 2007.

Is A8 SGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 SGM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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