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AK57 YFD

2007 BMW 118

Green Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

114,072 mi
Last recorded114,072 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK57 YFD
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2019 114,072 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 109,271 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs slighty lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2017 104,924 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 156,608 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 142,273 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 78,970 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front and rear brake disc's worn advise

Fail 1 Nov 2014 78,891 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 69,012 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jan 2013 58,172 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2013 58,172 miles

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

o/s/f tyre unevenly worn on outer edge has nail init 205/50 r17 89v bridgestone

Pass 3 Oct 2011 40,413 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 40,412 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2010 30,154 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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AK57 YFD is a 2007 BMW 118 in Green with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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

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 AK57 YFD, 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 AK57 YFD registered?

AK57 YFD is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 18 October 2007.

Is AK57 YFD safe to buy?

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