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AP07 NKU

2007 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

106,161 mi
Last recorded106,161 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP07 NKU
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2024 106,161 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 98,179 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 23 Aug 2022 98,179 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative Insecure (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 81,003 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 74,320 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 63,849 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 54,292 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2017 54,292 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2016 46,625 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 40,870 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 34,314 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 26,946 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 23,864 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 19,873 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 15,966 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 15,966 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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AP07 NKU is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AP07 NKU, 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 AP07 NKU registered?

AP07 NKU is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 29 March 2007.

Is AP07 NKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP07 NKU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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