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LA56 XFH

2007 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

96,876 mi
Last recorded96,876 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA56 XFH
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 96,876 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 92,234 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 89,129 miles

Windscreen has a chip, nsf

Fail 17 Jan 2024 89,104 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen has a chip, nsf

Pass 18 Jan 2023 85,346 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 81,008 miles

Bonnet damaged

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front bumper damaged N/S

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

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2021 75,746 miles

Bonnet slightly damaged/dented!

Pass 31 Jan 2020 72,671 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 65,815 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine under tray fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 24 Jan 2018 58,361 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2018 58,361 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 52,471 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 47,990 miles

child seats fitted

Pass 2 Feb 2015 39,032 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2015 39,032 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2014 27,569 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 19,625 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 17,359 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jan 2011 11,374 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 7,798 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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LA56 XFH is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 LA56 XFH, 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 LA56 XFH registered?

LA56 XFH is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 6 February 2007.

Is LA56 XFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA56 XFH shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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