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VX57 PYJ

2007 BMW 130

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

108,368 mi
Last recorded108,368 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 13075,250 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX57 PYJ
MakeBMW
Model130
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 108,368 miles

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))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Undertray not fully secure (damaged) (8.1.1 (b) (i))

exhaust back box heatshield slightly insecure

Fail 24 Mar 2026 108,368 miles

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))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Undertray not fully secure (damaged) (8.1.1 (b) (i))

exhaust back box heatshield slightly insecure

Pass 25 Mar 2025 95,510 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Mar 2024 87,405 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cut also (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 80,777 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (3mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (3mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Mar 2023 80,776 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (3mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (3mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 75,996 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 71,652 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 69,154 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 65,528 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 59,486 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 56,964 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 53,585 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 52,357 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 49,535 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 44,720 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 37,327 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 26,826 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 20,433 miles

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

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

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

How Reliable is the BMW 130?

Based on 21,905 MOT tests across 1,307 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
5,977
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
1,307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 517
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 264
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 152
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 151
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 143
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VX57 PYJ is a 2007 BMW 130 in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2007 BMW 130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 75,250 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 130 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX57 PYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 130 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 19 years old, this BMW 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX57 PYJ registered?

VX57 PYJ is a 2007 BMW 130, first registered on 1 September 2007.

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