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LB57 GZJ

2007 BMW 3 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

200,020 mi
Last recorded200,020 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB57 GZJ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2018 200,020 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 193,804 miles

NSR tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 21 Dec 2016 187,311 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 21 Dec 2016 187,311 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 173,225 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 154,959 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2014 154,959 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Steering column universal joint retaining device missing (2.1.6)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 137,027 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2013 137,027 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2012 122,380 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 102,460 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 84,374 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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LB57 GZJ is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GZJ, 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 LB57 GZJ registered?

LB57 GZJ is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 16 December 2007.

Is LB57 GZJ safe to buy?

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