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YC57 FVB

2007 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

166,977 mi
Last recorded166,977 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW X385,322 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC57 FVB
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2024 166,977 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2023 155,317 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2023 155,317 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 147,176 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2021 145,202 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2020 135,613 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 123,026 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2019 123,026 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 101,217 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2016 86,261 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Nov 2015 77,521 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 69,525 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2014 69,525 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2013 56,619 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 56,432 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 47,302 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 43,219 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 39,026 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X3?

Based on 1,227,551 MOT tests across 116,465 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
7,291
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
116,465
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,027
coil spring broken 11,583
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,799
coil spring fractured 6,299
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,284
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YC57 FVB is a 2007 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2007 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 85,322 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC57 FVB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 19 years old, this BMW X3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YC57 FVB registered?

YC57 FVB is a 2007 BMW X3, first registered on 29 October 2007.

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The MOT history for YC57 FVB shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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