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LN07 RVU

2007 BMW 3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

135,410 mi
Last recorded135,410 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 394,924 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN07 RVU
MakeBMW
Model3
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 135,410 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated O/S N/S front and rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe corroded

Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush O/S N/S front and rear (5.3.2 (c))

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

​​Engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 23 Apr 2024 132,401 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Half of Chassis & suspension and related components corroded

Fail 23 Apr 2024 132,401 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Half of Chassis & suspension and related components corroded

Pass 6 Jan 2023 130,179 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 127,447 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 125,424 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 120,506 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 115,325 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 10,875 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 101,438 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 94,015 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 86,307 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)

rear propshaft rubber doughnut perished

Pass 6 Jun 2013 79,328 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 69,143 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 61,360 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 54,104 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

How Reliable is the BMW 3?

Based on 4,306 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
5,926
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 120
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 94
Brake pipe excessively corroded 73
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 67
parking brake recording little or no effort 63
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LN07 RVU is a 2007 BMW 3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2007 BMW 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 94,924 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 120 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LN07 RVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 19 years old, this BMW 3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LN07 RVU registered?

LN07 RVU is a 2007 BMW 3, first registered on 9 March 2007.

Is LN07 RVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN07 RVU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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