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AP57 JXJ

2007 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

98,612 mi
Last recorded98,612 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP57 JXJ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 98,612 miles

Both rear shock absorber bump stops are deteriorated

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2025 93,418 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 5 Aug 2025 93,417 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2024 86,211 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 9 Aug 2023 79,371 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2023 79,371 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2022 64,852 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

rear chassi legs /inner sill ends rusty

rear subframe rusty

rear suspension rusty

Fail 5 Aug 2022 64,850 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

rear chassi legs /inner sill ends rusty

rear subframe rusty

rear suspension rusty

Pass 26 Aug 2021 54,909 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 47,735 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2019 47,156 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 44,202 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

both rear tyres worn on inner edges & have several deep cuts in tread

Pass 25 Sep 2017 40,916 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 26 Sep 2016 36,710 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 33,251 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 26 Sep 2014 29,392 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Sep 2013 25,609 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 21,523 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Sep 2011 17,354 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges+small cuts

both rear tyres showing deep cuts+worn on inner treads

full inspection of underside of vehicle prevented by full protective floor pans+sill covers

Pass 24 Sep 2010 13,021 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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AP57 JXJ is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AP57 JXJ, 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 AP57 JXJ registered?

AP57 JXJ is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 26 September 2007.

Is AP57 JXJ safe to buy?

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