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LB57 FKV

2007 BMW 3 Series

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

171,010 mi
Last recorded171,010 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB57 FKV
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2020 171,010 miles

Nearside Front screen cracked

Fail 14 Sep 2020 171,010 miles

Nearside Front screen cracked

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 152,394 miles

Nearside Front screen cracked

Fail 9 Oct 2019 152,394 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front screen cracked

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 133,571 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 10 Oct 2017 129,372 miles

EMISSIONS TO LOW TO READ

Oil leak ENGINE ()

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

Pass 3 Oct 2016 122,501 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 120,823 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2015 120,823 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2014 109,456 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Sep 2014 109,456 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2013 94,083 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 76,848 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 59,004 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 52,901 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake discs worn.

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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LB57 FKV is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LB57 FKV, 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.

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What year was LB57 FKV registered?

LB57 FKV is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 17 December 2007.

Is LB57 FKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB57 FKV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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