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AP56 HGO

2007 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

211,782 mi
Last recorded211,782 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP56 HGO
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2018 211,782 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both s ides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

under tray fitted

Fail 7 Nov 2018 211,782 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both s ides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

under tray fitted

Fail 29 Oct 2018 211,779 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp side repeaters also affected at same time (4.2.3 (c))

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

brake warning light on

Pass 3 Nov 2017 200,336 miles

suspected oil leak

Pass 5 Nov 2016 190,670 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 175,001 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush n/s&o/s (2.4.G.2)

has play in steering rack inner joints

parking and service brake need adjustment

rear both sides brake pipes slight corroded

Pass 29 Oct 2014 170,107 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Oct 2013 168,950 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 164,048 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Oct 2012 164,048 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2011 155,941 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 148,845 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 144,488 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 139,339 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 139,326 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Mar 2010 128,443 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 127,674 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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AP56 HGO is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AP56 HGO, 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 AP56 HGO registered?

AP56 HGO is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 27 January 2007.

Is AP56 HGO safe to buy?

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