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BL56 PBZ

2007 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2022
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

257,248 mi
Last recorded257,248 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL56 PBZ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2021 257,248 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 242,814 miles

nearside hand brake poor performance

washer jets poor

Pass 14 Aug 2019 227,753 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 210,426 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 193,572 miles

nearside rear upper suspension arm play in bush

offside and nearside rear brake pipes corroding

offside rear lower suspension arm outer bush worn

Pass 19 Aug 2016 174,661 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 155,341 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 132,785 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 109,852 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 85,592 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 69,446 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 50,723 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 28,929 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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BL56 PBZ is a 2007 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BL56 PBZ, 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 BL56 PBZ registered?

BL56 PBZ is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 31 January 2007.

Is BL56 PBZ safe to buy?

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