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AD56 HXS

2007 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

121,747 mi
Last recorded121,747 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD56 HXS
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 121,747 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2025 121,047 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2025 121,047 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2024 120,536 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 116,804 miles

advise rear windows tinted

Pass 4 Jan 2022 110,798 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

brake warning lamp, message on dashboard.

Pass 10 Jan 2021 99,852 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 97,760 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 23 May 2018 86,905 miles

engine/under/outer sill covers fitted

front flexi brake hoses starting to crack

oil leak

Pass 28 Jul 2017 85,402 miles

engine/underside and outer sills covers fitted

ns and os front flexi brake hoses starting to crack

Fail 25 Jul 2017 85,402 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder locking device missing calliper retaining spring missing (3.6.A.2d)

engine/underside and outer sills covers fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2016 77,850 miles

Centre Front Oil leak ()

Fail 26 Sep 2016 77,850 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Centre Front Oil leak ()

Pass 12 Dec 2014 59,600 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 51,251 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Parking brakes noisy in operation (squeeling/screeching) therefore recommend parking brakes inspection, clean and adjust shoes and check condition of inside drum section of rear discs.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Nov 2013 51,251 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brakes noisy in operation (squeeling/screeching) therefore recommend parking brakes inspection, clean and adjust shoes and check condition of inside drum section of rear discs.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Nov 2012 43,204 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Aug 2011 34,407 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 26,712 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 23,683 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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AD56 HXS is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AD56 HXS, 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 AD56 HXS registered?

AD56 HXS is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 18 February 2007.

Is AD56 HXS safe to buy?

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