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LA56 XFK

2007 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

107,622 mi
Last recorded107,622 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA56 XFK
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 107,622 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2026 107,622 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 97,892 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 96,639 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 91,680 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 82,006 miles

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 71,621 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2019 63,000 miles

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

Nearside Front jacking point missing

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2018 50,240 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2017 35,787 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 34,140 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 31,191 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2014 25,128 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 25,128 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 17,183 miles

surface corrosion on brake discs

Pass 2 Mar 2012 17,169 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 17,169 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Nearside rear tyre flat

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring light on

Pass 16 Feb 2011 14,946 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

front number plate cracked.

Pass 10 Sep 2010 13,980 miles

Luggage on rear seat, not allowing full inspection of rear belts

Offside rear stop lamp only working from 50% of light source

Unable to test emissions due to incorrect software in EGA tester

Pass 3 Mar 2010 12,092 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 12,092 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 XFK is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 XFK, 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 XFK registered?

LA56 XFK is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 26 February 2007.

Is LA56 XFK safe to buy?

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