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AJ57 LJV

2007 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

151,238 mi
Last recorded151,238 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ57 LJV
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2023 151,238 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 149,797 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 148,915 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 147,019 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2019 147,019 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 141,998 miles

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

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

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))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 137,917 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 132,984 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 127,184 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 118,674 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 112,544 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 104,209 miles

both rear tyres worn to limit

Pass 6 Oct 2011 96,558 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 79,787 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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AJ57 LJV is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AJ57 LJV, 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 AJ57 LJV registered?

AJ57 LJV is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 5 November 2007.

Is AJ57 LJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ57 LJV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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