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MV57 YSW

2007 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

70,741 mi
Last recorded70,741 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV57 YSW
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 70,741 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 59,407 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 May 2015 54,448 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 52,246 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 May 2014 52,246 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Mar 2013 45,642 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2012 41,982 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Mar 2011 36,617 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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MV57 YSW is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 MV57 YSW, 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

How do I check the history of MV57 YSW?

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What year was MV57 YSW registered?

MV57 YSW is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is MV57 YSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV57 YSW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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