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LB57 PLV

2007 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

114,946 mi
Last recorded114,946 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB57 PLV
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 9 Mar 2026 114,946 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under tray & sills covers fitted time of test

Pass 5 Mar 2025 104,772 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 11 May 2023 95,088 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 28 Apr 2022 94,643 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2020 94,361 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2019 94,002 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 92,851 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 91,733 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 89,756 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 80,291 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 56,666 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 32,651 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 25,962 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 20,392 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 15,440 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 PLV is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PLV, 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 PLV registered?

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

Is LB57 PLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB57 PLV shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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