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LAE 745X

2007 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

135,573 mi
Last recorded135,573 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAE 745X
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2025 135,573 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Feb 2025 135,573 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 126,764 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2024 126,764 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2023 118,177 miles

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

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

Fail 20 Feb 2023 118,177 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2022 106,570 miles

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

Fail 7 Jan 2022 106,511 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2021 101,534 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2021 101,534 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 97,406 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 92,226 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2019 92,212 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 83,300 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 75,608 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 70,035 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 62,520 miles

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

front wiper blades smearing advise

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge advise

Pass 7 Jan 2014 55,021 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 46,670 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 38,977 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 31,230 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 23,368 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2010 23,368 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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LAE 745X is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 LAE 745X, 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 LAE 745X registered?

LAE 745X is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 29 January 2007.

Is LAE 745X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAE 745X shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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