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YF57 AEA

2007 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,458 mi
Last recorded131,458 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW X385,322 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF57 AEA
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2019 131,458 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 113,841 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 92,934 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 79,411 miles

Rear shock absorber covers poor condition

slight pitting rear brake discs

Pass 25 Feb 2015 75,118 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear shock absorber shroud covers detached

front exhaust clamp broken (exhaust secure)

Fail 23 Feb 2015 75,118 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear shock absorber shroud covers detached

front exhaust clamp broken (exhaust secure)

Pass 27 Jan 2014 67,774 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2014 67,774 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 58,026 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 58,026 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 43,106 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 28,672 miles

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

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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YF57 AEA is a 2007 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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

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 YF57 AEA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YF57 AEA registered?

YF57 AEA is a 2007 BMW X3, first registered on 26 November 2007.

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