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AF07 SZC

2007 BMW 3 Series

Green Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

228,573 mi
Last recorded228,573 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF07 SZC
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2019 228,573 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2019 228,571 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 3 May 2018 213,944 miles

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

Fail 3 May 2018 213,942 miles

Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure BOTH TYRES (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 23 May 2017 201,379 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2016 186,035 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 186,032 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 168,658 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 155,425 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2013 140,077 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 120,604 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 120,604 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 91,934 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 91,933 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2010 74,943 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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AF07 SZC is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Green with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF07 SZC, 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 AF07 SZC registered?

AF07 SZC is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 4 March 2007.

Is AF07 SZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF07 SZC shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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