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YF57 FMU

2007 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

172,087 mi
Last recorded172,087 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW X385,322 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF57 FMU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 172,087 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 159,352 miles

front & rear suspension's including front & rear subframe's are corroded

Pass 14 Nov 2023 152,672 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 144,146 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 136,067 miles

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

under tray(S)fitted obscuring some under side components

Fail 29 Oct 2021 136,067 miles

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

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

under tray(S)fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 5 Oct 2020 128,895 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2020 128,895 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2019 114,735 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 94,893 miles

Front Exhaust heatshield insecure

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Apr 2017 90,548 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 28 Apr 2017 90,548 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 3 May 2016 86,835 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 80,486 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 65,109 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 65,039 miles

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

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 30 May 2013 50,954 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 48,328 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 38,431 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 28,697 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 28,697 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear 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 FMU is a 2007 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 FMU, 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 FMU registered?

YF57 FMU is a 2007 BMW X3, first registered on 18 December 2007.

Is YF57 FMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF57 FMU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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