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AP57 PKA

2007 BMW 3 Series

Green Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

123,770 mi
Last recorded123,770 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP57 PKA
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 123,770 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 118,954 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2024 118,954 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2023 112,504 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 106,680 miles

rear seat belts not checked

Fail 8 Nov 2022 106,680 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

rear seat belts not checked

Pass 27 Oct 2021 99,353 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 94,229 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. hand brake (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 87,148 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 79,098 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2017 70,352 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 64,710 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 58,990 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 49,849 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 40,449 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 40,290 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 36,359 miles

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

Nearside front tyre is worn on outer edge + On 3mm

Offside front tyre is worn on both edges

Offside rear tyre is worn on inner edge + On 2mm

Pass 27 Oct 2011 31,058 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 24,242 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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AP57 PKA is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Green with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 AP57 PKA, 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 AP57 PKA registered?

AP57 PKA is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 3 November 2007.

Is AP57 PKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP57 PKA shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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