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C15 PLA

2007 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

107,508 mi
Last recorded107,508 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW M359,590 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC15 PLA
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 107,508 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Mar 2025 105,822 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2024 104,306 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 101,585 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 97,885 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 95,243 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 91,065 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 87,479 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 87,475 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 May 2017 84,890 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 84,876 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

EML illuminated

Pass 8 Apr 2016 80,668 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 72,044 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 59,311 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 43,718 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 41,740 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 33,448 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2011 33,208 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 23,801 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 21,852 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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C15 PLA is a 2007 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2007 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 59,590 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 M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C15 PLA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 19 years old, this BMW M3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C15 PLA registered?

C15 PLA is a 2007 BMW M3, first registered on 21 November 2007.

Is C15 PLA safe to buy?

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