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WF57 RUY

2007 BMW 3

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

131,076 mi
Last recorded131,076 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 394,924 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF57 RUY
MakeBMW
Model3
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 131,076 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & cracked (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & cracked (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & cracked (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2021 111,224 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2020 105,118 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Central Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre slightly damaged on outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

fuel cap seal starting to deteriorate.

Pass 21 Oct 2019 100,247 miles

Central Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Oct 2019 100,247 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Central Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 95,101 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Undertray fitted

Pass 6 Sep 2017 82,934 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 79,097 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 73,445 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 67,287 miles

Handbrake needs strong pull to achieve minimum 16% effort, rear brakes may need adjustment or repair

Fail 19 Jul 2013 57,027 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 57,027 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 47,143 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 31,922 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 17,703 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3?

Based on 4,306 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
5,926
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 120
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 94
Brake pipe excessively corroded 73
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 67
parking brake recording little or no effort 63
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WF57 RUY is a 2007 BMW 3 in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2007 BMW 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 94,924 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 120 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WF57 RUY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 19 years old, this BMW 3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WF57 RUY registered?

WF57 RUY is a 2007 BMW 3, first registered on 15 October 2007.

Is WF57 RUY safe to buy?

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