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LB57 KVU

2007 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

88,856 mi
Last recorded88,856 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB57 KVU
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2020 88,856 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2019 88,842 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 81,420 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 75,593 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 71,609 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 69,109 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 66,679 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Mar 2014 56,024 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 40,217 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 35,114 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 25,269 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 23 Nov 2010 25,269 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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 KVU is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 LB57 KVU, 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

How do I check the history of LB57 KVU?

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What year was LB57 KVU registered?

LB57 KVU is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 21 December 2007.

Is LB57 KVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB57 KVU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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