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LB07 AXY

2007 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

166,216 mi
Last recorded166,216 miles
Recorded on11 May 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB07 AXY
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2023 166,216 miles

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

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

Fail 10 May 2023 166,214 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2022 156,042 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2022 156,042 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2021 138,730 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 131,539 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 130,218 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 125,977 miles

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

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

Nearside headlamp slightly damp inside

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

Pass 19 Sep 2017 120,092 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 115,755 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 112,591 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 108,938 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Sep 2013 102,320 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 95,773 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 88,164 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 75,681 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 59,277 miles

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

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

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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LB07 AXY is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 LB07 AXY, 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 LB07 AXY registered?

LB07 AXY is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 31 May 2007.

Is LB07 AXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB07 AXY shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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