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WF57 DWN

2007 BMW M3

Red Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

89,476 mi
Last recorded89,476 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW M359,590 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF57 DWN
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 89,476 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive suspected sump nut (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2025 89,455 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive suspected sump nut (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 82,430 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bulging under plastic (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 6 Nov 2024 82,430 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bulging under plastic (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 31 May 2023 72,365 miles
Fail 31 May 2023 72,365 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 65,094 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2022 65,094 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2021 57,309 miles

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe swollen under plastic coating (1.1.11 (c))

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

exhaust corroded not blowing

vehicle run out of fuel just as mot was finished

Pass 15 Nov 2019 52,771 miles

both front tyres perished

exhaust system rusty

rear break pips rusty

Pass 12 Nov 2018 50,227 miles

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

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

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 11 Oct 2017 47,031 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2017 47,031 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both (1.8)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 40,461 miles

Parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.3b)

Fail 18 Oct 2016 40,461 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.3b)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 31,104 miles

Engine cover fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2014 27,374 miles

Nearside front tyre has damage to outer side wall

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Oct 2013 25,559 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre slight side wall damage

n/s/r tyre slight side wall damage

Pass 11 Oct 2012 22,646 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 11 Oct 2012

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Nail in offside front tyre

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 17,205 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 12,279 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside rear position lamp not working

Fail 13 Oct 2010 12,260 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

rear no. plate start to fade

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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WF57 DWN is a 2007 BMW M3 in Red with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WF57 DWN, 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 WF57 DWN registered?

WF57 DWN is a 2007 BMW M3, first registered on 8 September 2007.

Is WF57 DWN safe to buy?

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