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AP07 RVM

2007 BMW 118

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

70,831 mi
Last recorded70,831 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP07 RVM
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 70,831 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2026 70,831 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2025 61,899 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Apr 2025 61,899 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 56,602 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 51,356 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2022 46,317 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2022 46,317 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 42,836 miles

Front washer jets poor

Pass 15 Apr 2020 42,347 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 40,533 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 38,186 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 6 Apr 2018 38,184 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 26 Apr 2017 36,732 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 35,889 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 33,564 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 32,348 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 29,634 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 26,281 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 24,660 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 19,004 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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AP07 RVM is a 2007 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 AP07 RVM, 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

How do I check the history of AP07 RVM?

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What year was AP07 RVM registered?

AP07 RVM is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 30 April 2007.

Is AP07 RVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP07 RVM shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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