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AK07 SZZ

2007 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

260,141 mi
Last recorded260,141 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK07 SZZ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 260,141 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all 4 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 250,247 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2023 239,947 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 228,952 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 208,385 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 191,600 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 172,864 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2018 151,109 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 133,977 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 124,514 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 124,514 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 122,104 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2014 119,859 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

chip o/s screen

front discs pitted and scored

o/s/f tyre slight lump on sidewall

Pass 25 Jul 2014 119,859 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

chip o/s screen

front discs pitted and scored

o/s/f tyre slight lump on sidewall

Pass 19 Jul 2013 118,114 miles

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

o/s/f tyre wearing on inside edge.advise replacing rear tyre now.

Pass 21 Jul 2012 116,513 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2011 114,531 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 88,010 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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AK07 SZZ is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AK07 SZZ, 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 SZZ registered?

AK07 SZZ is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 16 April 2007.

Is AK07 SZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK07 SZZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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