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BN57 XNS

2007 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

130,321 mi
Last recorded130,321 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW X385,322 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN57 XNS
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 130,321 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 122,784 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 27 Aug 2022 122,697 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.5 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 118,007 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 111,988 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2020 111,988 miles

Nearside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Door mirror case (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 102,121 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2019 102,121 miles

Emissions not tested Due to engine noise (8.2.2.2 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 91,414 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f and o/s/f (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 80,545 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 71,515 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2016 71,511 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Dec 2015 59,427 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 52,173 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 45,347 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 40,254 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 35,346 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 29,550 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2010 29,455 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jan 2010 24,214 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X3?

Based on 1,227,551 MOT tests across 116,465 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
7,291
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
116,465
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,027
coil spring broken 11,583
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,799
coil spring fractured 6,299
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,284
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BN57 XNS is a 2007 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2007 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 85,322 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 X3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN57 XNS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 19 years old, this BMW X3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN57 XNS registered?

BN57 XNS is a 2007 BMW X3, first registered on 29 September 2007.

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