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AK57 CXR

2007 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

146,841 mi
Last recorded146,841 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK57 CXR
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2020 146,841 miles

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

under covers fitted

Pass 19 Dec 2018 141,346 miles

service brake efficiency only just met it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 28 Nov 2017 131,604 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2017 131,603 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 118,383 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 108,798 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2015 94,347 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2014 87,683 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 75,596 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 61,078 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 53,718 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 41,534 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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 28 Oct 2010 41,534 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)

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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AK57 CXR is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AK57 CXR, 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.

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What year was AK57 CXR registered?

AK57 CXR is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 13 September 2007.

Is AK57 CXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK57 CXR shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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