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LAZ 993

2007 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

138,531 mi
Last recorded138,531 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAZ 993
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 138,531 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2025 130,209 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/r & n/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (e))

engine cover & undertrays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 5 Aug 2024 123,633 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

underbody tray /engine cover fitted

Fail 2 Aug 2024 123,627 miles

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

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

underbody tray /engine cover fitted

Pass 4 Aug 2023 119,501 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 115,419 miles

Nearside parking brake effort slightly low

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring view

parking brake only just meet requirements

Fail 26 Jul 2022 115,419 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside parking brake effort slightly low

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring view

parking brake only just meet requirements

Pass 5 Aug 2021 115,228 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Aug 2021 115,228 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 113,862 miles

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

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 18 May 2018 112,113 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 112,111 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 109,649 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

heat sheild loose

under tray broken

under tray broken

under trays sill covers and engine covers fitted

Pass 24 Apr 2015 93,087 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside sill cover damaged

Fail 24 Apr 2015 93,087 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside sill cover damaged

Pass 19 Mar 2014 74,645 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front jacking point rubber pad missing

nearside rear tyre wearing low @ 2-3mm

Fail 19 Mar 2014 74,645 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front jacking point rubber pad missing

nearside rear tyre wearing low @ 2-3mm

Pass 5 Feb 2013 56,903 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2012 44,756 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 44,756 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 23,902 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 21,763 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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LAZ 993 is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 LAZ 993, 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 LAZ 993 registered?

LAZ 993 is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 3 August 2007.

Is LAZ 993 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAZ 993 shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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