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AP07 XEA

2007 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

240,958 mi
Last recorded240,958 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP07 XEA
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2019 240,958 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 234,954 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 223,233 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all four main hoses (3.6.B.4d)

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)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 207,246 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 193,963 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 103,699 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Creaking from o/s/r lower arm suspension bush.

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

Pass 10 Apr 2014 181,241 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 9 Apr 2014 181,240 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2013 157,989 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 157,984 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 137,526 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 116,317 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2010 98,562 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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AP07 XEA is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XEA, 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 XEA registered?

AP07 XEA is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 23 June 2007.

Is AP07 XEA safe to buy?

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