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AP57 HTJ

2007 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

136,499 mi
Last recorded136,499 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP57 HTJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 136,499 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fuel flap damaged

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

Rear Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2025 133,215 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2024 123,899 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 115,886 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 110,095 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 105,540 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 105,330 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2018 103,959 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2017 94,209 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 90,513 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2015 87,022 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 84,186 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 84,121 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 76,132 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 72,941 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 57,413 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 1 Oct 2010 44,314 miles

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

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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AP57 HTJ is a 2007 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 AP57 HTJ, 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 AP57 HTJ registered?

AP57 HTJ is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 4 October 2007.

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The MOT history for AP57 HTJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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