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AD57 ECV

2007 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

152,770 mi
Last recorded152,770 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2016
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD57 ECV
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2016 152,770 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2016 152,770 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 May 2015 130,557 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 119,369 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 115,031 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 132,607 miles

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 3 Oct 2011 111,444 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 110,787 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 97,175 miles

front tyres worn in a saw pattern

rear bumpstops starting to perrish

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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AD57 ECV is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AD57 ECV, 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

How do I check the history of AD57 ECV?

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What year was AD57 ECV registered?

AD57 ECV is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 10 December 2007.

Is AD57 ECV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD57 ECV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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