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M111 VBE

2007 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

83,802 mi
Last recorded83,802 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW M359,590 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM111 VBE
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 83,802 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 81,750 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 78,857 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 75,765 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 74,761 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 69,438 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 64,107 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 55,874 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 55,862 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 52,967 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 45,383 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 35,408 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 25,735 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 24,790 miles

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)

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

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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M111 VBE is a 2007 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2007 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 59,590 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M111 VBE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 19 years old, this BMW M3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M111 VBE registered?

M111 VBE is a 2007 BMW M3, first registered on 16 October 2007.

Is M111 VBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M111 VBE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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