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AA02 WES

2007 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,470 mi
Last recorded119,470 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA02 WES
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 119,470 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 113,980 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 107,755 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 3 Aug 2016 101,990 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 101,982 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Electronic stability system switch faulty (3.4.5)

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 11 Aug 2015 96,323 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 89,897 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 85,250 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Aug 2012 77,724 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 77,724 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 69,841 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 59,457 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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AA02 WES is a 2007 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2007 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 83,012 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AA02 WES, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 19 years old, this BMW 118 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AA02 WES registered?

AA02 WES is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 12 October 2007.

Is AA02 WES safe to buy?

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