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AF57 XJK

2007 BMW 3 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

160,403 mi
Last recorded160,403 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF57 XJK
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2022 160,403 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 160,403 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 156,336 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

plastic covering some prescribed areas

Pass 18 Aug 2020 153,692 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 153,680 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Aug 2019 145,590 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 145,590 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2018 131,940 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 118,318 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 105,877 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 96,540 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 86,641 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 76,610 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 63,951 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 52,379 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 44,809 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 XJK is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 XJK, 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 XJK registered?

AF57 XJK is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 18 September 2007.

Is AF57 XJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF57 XJK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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