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AF57 XJL

2007 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,656 mi
Last recorded66,656 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2013
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF57 XJL
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2013 66,656 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 63,281 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2012 63,251 miles

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

Offside Outer Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 58,434 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 44,121 miles

nsf tyre wearing edges

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 XJL is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XJL, 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 AF57 XJL?

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What year was AF57 XJL registered?

AF57 XJL is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 19 September 2007.

Is AF57 XJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF57 XJL shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF57 XJL have outstanding finance?

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