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AF57 XBW

2007 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

121,059 mi
Last recorded121,059 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF57 XBW
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2024 121,059 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2024 121,058 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 117,724 miles

Nearside Front Lower 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 ()

Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated cracked (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside rear and nearsde front worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 115,306 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts and offside rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 112,756 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2020 110,905 miles

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

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

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

Fail 24 Jun 2020 110,905 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2019 107,976 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 102,741 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 97,465 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 84,818 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 73,482 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 61,914 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 54,723 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

service light on

Pass 24 May 2012 47,675 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2011 43,451 miles

Offside Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

bonnet saftey catch was siezed and unable to open bonnet,un siezed catch.

Pass 7 Oct 2011 43,451 miles

bonnet saftey catch was siezed and unable to open bonnet,un siezed catch.

Pass 10 Sep 2010 34,521 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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AF57 XBW is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AF57 XBW, 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

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What year was AF57 XBW registered?

AF57 XBW is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 10 October 2007.

Is AF57 XBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF57 XBW shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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