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AE07 BMW

2007 BMW 3 Series

Bronze Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

75,374 mi
Last recorded75,374 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE07 BMW
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 75,374 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2022 74,605 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 71,476 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2020 66,705 miles

both front lower arm inner bushes worn

check o/s/f inner brake pad next in 3000 miles

Pass 10 Apr 2019 62,765 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 59,794 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 11 Apr 2018 59,794 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 56,966 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 49,961 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 49,134 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 45,048 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 40,929 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 37,107 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 37,087 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Jul 2011 31,304 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 21,512 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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AE07 BMW is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Bronze with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AE07 BMW, 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.

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What year was AE07 BMW registered?

AE07 BMW is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 4 May 2007.

Is AE07 BMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE07 BMW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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