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YH57 MGE

2007 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

77,719 mi
Last recorded77,719 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW X385,322 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH57 MGE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 77,719 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2026 77,719 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 73,787 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2025 73,787 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 69,384 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2024 69,384 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2023 66,847 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 63,242 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 60,773 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 60,505 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2020 60,505 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 58,057 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 54,890 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 54,890 miles

Offside Front Brake linkage has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 51,203 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 45,658 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 42,686 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 40,921 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Oct 2012 36,368 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2011 30,732 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 23,323 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2010 23,323 miles

Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 22,096 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 22,096 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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YH57 MGE is a 2007 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 YH57 MGE, 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 YH57 MGE registered?

YH57 MGE is a 2007 BMW X3, first registered on 25 September 2007.

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The MOT history for YH57 MGE shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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