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AK07 YFJ

2007 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

153,311 mi
Last recorded153,311 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK07 YFJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2020 153,311 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Mar 2020 153,311 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Dec 2017 152,737 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2016 134,798 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 116,941 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 102,517 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 84,327 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Aug 2013 80,816 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emission to clean to give smoke reading on smoke mechine

Pass 26 Jul 2012 68,565 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Aug 2011 57,282 miles

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)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 48,125 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 47,658 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 47,290 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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AK07 YFJ is a 2007 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AK07 YFJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK07 YFJ registered?

AK07 YFJ is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 29 March 2007.

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