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AF57 ZHV

2007 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

178,239 mi
Last recorded178,239 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF57 ZHV
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 4 Jan 2020 178,239 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 177,740 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 162,637 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 142,750 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 133,329 miles

damage to front and rear number plates

nearside front tyre wearing low on edge

smoke from exhaust

Pass 7 Oct 2014 125,746 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 112,896 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 105,048 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 12 Sep 2011 92,635 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 75,739 miles

both sides front tyres devoid of tread areas of outer shoulders, and worn inner shoulders

both sides rear tyres worn shoulders,offside 3mm tread depth, and nearside 2.5mm tread depth

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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AF57 ZHV is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 AF57 ZHV, 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 AF57 ZHV?

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What year was AF57 ZHV registered?

AF57 ZHV is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 14 September 2007.

Is AF57 ZHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF57 ZHV shows 10 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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