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OY57 XFX

2007 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

56,429 mi
Last recorded56,429 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW M359,590 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY57 XFX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 56,429 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2025 56,429 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 56,326 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 55,377 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 54,009 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play corrosion surrounds uj (2.2.2 (c))

Fail 27 Sep 2022 53,991 miles

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play corrosion surrounds uj (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 52,253 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 49,540 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 48,970 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 47,772 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 46,102 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 42,302 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 39,192 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 36,753 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2013 30,983 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 28,267 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 23,673 miles

all tyres are wearing low to 2mm

Pass 9 Sep 2010 19,825 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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OY57 XFX is a 2007 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2007 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 59,590 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OY57 XFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 19 years old, this BMW M3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OY57 XFX registered?

OY57 XFX is a 2007 BMW M3, first registered on 13 September 2007.

Is OY57 XFX safe to buy?

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