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AJ57 VYG

2007 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

141,202 mi
Last recorded141,202 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ57 VYG
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2023 141,202 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 131,546 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 126,281 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 120,470 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 113,974 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex area (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 106,454 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 89,190 miles

Engine Cover Fitted

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under Trays Fitted

Fail 28 Feb 2017 89,031 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Engine Cover Fitted

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under Trays Fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2016 74,038 miles

Both rear tyres wearing inside edge.

Fail 27 Feb 2016 74,038 miles

Both rear tyres wearing inside edge.

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 70,193 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2015 70,193 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 66,984 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 63,896 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2013 63,896 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2011 58,188 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 52,124 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 VYG is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 VYG, 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 VYG registered?

AJ57 VYG is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 23 November 2007.

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The MOT history for AJ57 VYG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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