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LB57 RZA

2007 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

166,587 mi
Last recorded166,587 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB57 RZA
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2017 166,587 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2016 159,535 miles

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

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)

n/s/f tyre bald on outer edge

Pass 19 Jan 2015 148,250 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 128,518 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres wear on inner edge

nearside front tyre wear on outer edge

Fail 17 Jan 2014 128,518 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear tyres wear on inner edge

nearside front tyre wear on outer edge

Pass 11 Jan 2013 103,932 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 83,965 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 61,562 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 RZA is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RZA, 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 RZA registered?

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

Is LB57 RZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB57 RZA shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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