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AD56 MWV

2007 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

264,691 mi
Last recorded264,691 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD56 MWV
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 264,691 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2025 264,691 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 255,525 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2024 255,525 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2023 246,739 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 237,177 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated diff end (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2022 237,141 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated diff end (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2021 228,551 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2020 223,275 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2019 216,002 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

noisy flywheel

Pass 23 Jul 2018 206,003 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 192,560 miles

Offside Front tyre has uneven wear

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

Pass 25 Jul 2016 171,715 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2015 151,665 miles

Dual mass flywheel noisey

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 130,129 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 96,410 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 78,696 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 59,524 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 42,557 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 40,278 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 MWV is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 MWV, 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 MWV registered?

AD56 MWV is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 30 January 2007.

Is AD56 MWV safe to buy?

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