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LV57 SWJ

2007 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

110,655 mi
Last recorded110,655 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW X385,322 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV57 SWJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 110,655 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2025 110,655 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2024 109,747 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 108,269 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 105,082 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2021 102,893 miles

slight oil leak from engine and rear diff

Pass 22 Jul 2020 100,989 miles

slight oil leak from engine and rear differential

Pass 17 Jul 2019 97,755 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 94,755 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 88,994 miles

both rear coil springs lower coil broken

Pass 26 Jul 2016 81,960 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 76,416 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2014 65,206 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 51,711 miles

both rear tyre getting low on centre tread depth

Pass 31 Jul 2012 46,028 miles

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 37,366 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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LV57 SWJ is a 2007 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LV57 SWJ, 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 LV57 SWJ registered?

LV57 SWJ is a 2007 BMW X3, first registered on 23 November 2007.

Is LV57 SWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV57 SWJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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