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AK07 AVL

2007 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

171,061 mi
Last recorded171,061 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK07 AVL
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2023 171,061 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 169,936 miles

full bay covers

underbody undersealed

Fail 6 Sep 2022 169,936 miles

underbody undersealed

full bay covers

Front Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2021 170,222 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

osf fog light

undertrays

Pass 7 Sep 2020 166,662 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 164,919 miles

engine bay covers & under-trays fitted

Pass 30 Aug 2018 162,514 miles

both front brake hoses slight deteriorating

engine bay covers & under-trays fitted

Pass 30 Aug 2017 156,714 miles

engine bay covers & under-trays fitted

Pass 28 May 2016 144,793 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 137,938 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 129,462 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 19 Mar 2014 129,459 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 120,073 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front & rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 9 Mar 2012 135,691 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Mar 2011 109,768 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 109,768 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2010 83,763 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2010 83,763 miles

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

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

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

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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AK07 AVL is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AK07 AVL, 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 AK07 AVL registered?

AK07 AVL is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 14 March 2007.

Is AK07 AVL safe to buy?

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