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AU07 MGJ

2007 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

184,085 mi
Last recorded184,085 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU07 MGJ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 184,085 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 176,789 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 161,307 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2024 161,025 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed on inner tread edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2023 150,613 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front, lower, front arm front bushes are weak (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2023 150,311 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake inoperative on one side Low performance both sides (1.4.1 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front, lower, front arm front bushes are weak (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 138,901 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2022 138,901 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 22 May 2021 125,745 miles
Fail 22 May 2021 125,745 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 102,155 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 101,912 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 57,156 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 49,469 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 43,040 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 37,201 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 31,784 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 30,663 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 30,663 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 27,140 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 24,073 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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AU07 MGJ is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 AU07 MGJ, 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 AU07 MGJ registered?

AU07 MGJ is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 29 March 2007.

Is AU07 MGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU07 MGJ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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