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AO57 XML

2007 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

127,619 mi
Last recorded127,619 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO57 XML
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2022 127,619 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine and vehicle under trays fitted, obscuring some under side components

oil leak

Pass 16 Jan 2021 114,366 miles

engine and vehicle under trays fitted, obscuring some under side components

Pass 15 Jan 2020 107,296 miles

Rear Brake Wear indicator insecurely attached

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

Pass 15 Jan 2019 100,324 miles

Both rear tyres 3mm

Exhaust CAT flange and middle pipe nuts corroded

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside front tyre 3mm

Pass 2 Jan 2018 92,913 miles

Front MOVEMENT IN TRAILING ARM BUSHES

Offside Front PLAY INNER RACK JOINT

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 Jan 2017 86,497 miles

child seats fitted to rear

Pass 14 Jan 2016 80,378 miles

child seat fitted, unable to check belt fully

Pass 19 Feb 2015 71,488 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Mar 2014 66,923 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 61,112 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2013 61,108 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 51,696 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 42,977 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 34,686 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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AO57 XML is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AO57 XML, 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 AO57 XML registered?

AO57 XML is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 24 September 2007.

Is AO57 XML safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO57 XML shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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