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BK57 CYE

2007 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

136,978 mi
Last recorded136,978 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK57 CYE
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2018 136,978 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 123,616 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 103,575 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/50 zr 17 93 w (4.1.E.1)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake pad sensor faulty

Fail 1 Jul 2016 103,575 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported abs wire (1.9.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/50 zr 17 93 w (4.1.E.1)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 93,413 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

exhaust flex pipe broken

Fail 9 Jul 2015 93,370 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

both front tyres worn on edges

exhaust flex pipe broken

Pass 11 Jul 2014 74,655 miles

exhaust flex pipe poor condition loose

Fail 11 Jul 2014 74,655 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

exhaust flex pipe poor condition loose

Pass 31 Jul 2013 59,810 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 31 Jul 2013 59,810 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Aug 2012 50,956 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 43,964 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 34,437 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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BK57 CYE is a 2007 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 BK57 CYE, 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.

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What year was BK57 CYE registered?

BK57 CYE is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 26 September 2007.

Is BK57 CYE safe to buy?

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