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3 XGG

2007 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

66,445 mi
Last recorded66,445 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration3 XGG
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 66,445 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 60,747 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 53,542 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 47,757 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2022 47,757 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 42,781 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 37,637 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 28,684 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 22,008 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2017 15,043 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 14,827 miles

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Aug 2015 10,023 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 6,226 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 5,272 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 4,005 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 2,496 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 1,186 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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3 XGG is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 3 XGG, 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 3 XGG?

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What year was 3 XGG registered?

3 XGG is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is 3 XGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 3 XGG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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