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AJ57 VYB

2007 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2017
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

97,901 mi
Last recorded97,901 miles
Recorded on31 May 2016
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ57 VYB
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 May 2016 97,901 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 97,901 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 71,259 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2014 71,198 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

intermittent eml light on

slight damage nearside rear light lense

uneven wear offside rear tyre

Pass 10 Jan 2013 58,344 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

slight damage n/s/r light

Fail 8 Jan 2013 58,321 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 22 Dec 2011 40,023 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2011 40,023 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 5 Jan 2011 28,023 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2011 28,023 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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 VYB is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VYB, 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 VYB registered?

AJ57 VYB is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 28 November 2007.

Is AJ57 VYB safe to buy?

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