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AK57 LXL

2007 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

212,257 mi
Last recorded212,257 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 212,257 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

Fail 23 Aug 2025 212,212 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2024 206,562 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 202,528 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2022 320,409 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 190,820 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 182,912 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 179,031 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2019 179,028 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 167,799 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 156,242 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 144,738 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 132,798 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 125,214 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Sep 2013 116,750 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 111,685 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 103,990 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 81,522 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 81,522 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)

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

Offside Front 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 LXL is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LXL, 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 AK57 LXL registered?

AK57 LXL is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 19 October 2007.

Is AK57 LXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK57 LXL shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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