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512 PYC

2007 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

124,548 mi
Last recorded124,548 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration512 PYC
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 124,548 miles

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

Nearside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 20 Oct 2025 124,520 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2024 117,888 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2023 112,472 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2022 105,686 miles

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

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 98,753 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 92,755 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 87,387 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 81,103 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 74,472 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2017 74,472 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2016 69,177 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 61,401 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 55,476 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Sep 2013 47,142 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 47,131 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 39,292 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)

front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 21 Sep 2011 30,354 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 21,564 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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512 PYC is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 512 PYC, 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 512 PYC registered?

512 PYC is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 24 September 2007.

Is 512 PYC safe to buy?

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