2007 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Petrol · SL07 CDK
2007 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, petrol). First registered 15 Aug 2007. Recorded mileage 180,405 miles. MOT expired on 20 Aug 2025. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 20 Aug 2025
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (26 Sept 2025)
- Recorded Mileage
- 180,405 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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SL07 CDK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 29/07/2024
- 180,405 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 12 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SL07 CDK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 BMW 3 Series (SL07 CDK) between August 2022 and July 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 29 July 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (12 issues), Brakes (11 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Steering (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 27 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Emissions unable to be completed temperature light came on during full test(failed BET test) (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Offside Rear Outer Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Outer Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”.
SL07 CDK Mileage History
- 22/08/2022140,943 mi
- 10/08/2023157,650 mi+16,707 mi
- 15/08/2023157,869 mi+219 mi
- 22/07/2024180,310 mi+22,441 mi
- 29/07/2024180,405 mi+95 mi
Average of roughly 20,386 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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