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AP07 YLX

2007 BMW 118

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

145,004 mi
Last recorded145,004 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP07 YLX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 145,004 miles

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

TPMS Light on

Fail 8 Nov 2025 144,998 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

TPMS Light on

Pass 20 Nov 2024 140,159 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2024 140,090 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 135,046 miles

Front Numberplate cracked

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 128,025 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 119,230 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 114,272 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 109,283 miles

Both front upper front suspension control arm bushes deteriorated

Both rear lower suspension arm bushes deteoritred

Fail 22 Nov 2019 109,229 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure Front flexi pipe broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Both front upper front suspension control arm bushes deteriorated

Both rear lower suspension arm bushes deteoritred

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 98,326 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 91,177 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 74,047 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2015 74,044 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 62,600 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 52,595 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2012 45,050 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 43,047 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 40,187 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 33,862 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 YLX is a 2007 BMW 118 in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YLX, 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 AP07 YLX registered?

AP07 YLX is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 31 May 2007.

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