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AF07 VUB

2007 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

224,641 mi
Last recorded224,641 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF07 VUB
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2025 224,641 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2024 213,611 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 209,348 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 186,698 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 162,339 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 151,082 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 134,481 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 130,322 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 120,763 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 111,269 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 102,290 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 99,135 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 92,425 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 78,123 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2011 59,769 miles

Oil leak

bonnet safety catch seized

front number plate cracked

rear tyres on 2-3mm

Pass 23 Feb 2010 42,176 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 VUB is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AF07 VUB, 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 VUB registered?

AF07 VUB is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 March 2007.

Is AF07 VUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF07 VUB shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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