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WF57 LMX

2007 BMW M3

White Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,970 mi
Last recorded71,970 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW M359,590 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF57 LMX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 71,970 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 68,100 miles

Front brake discs do not appear to be correct rotation based on drill holes, aftermarket brakes

Fail 13 May 2024 68,100 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt tie wrap on it has failed (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front brake discs do not appear to be correct rotation based on drill holes, aftermarket brakes

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 66,021 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 63,566 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 59,970 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 56,566 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 56,563 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 54,102 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 54,100 miles

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2018 51,995 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 49,843 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 47,815 miles

front and rear brake discs worn

front and rear brake pads low

Pass 7 Jul 2015 44,833 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 41,748 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 29 Jul 2013 37,894 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 26,826 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 16,042 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 16,042 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 12,766 miles

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 LMX is a 2007 BMW M3 in White with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LMX, 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 LMX registered?

WF57 LMX is a 2007 BMW M3, first registered on 26 September 2007.

Is WF57 LMX safe to buy?

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