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BN07 BVR

2007 BMW 118

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

123,797 mi
Last recorded123,797 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN07 BVR
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2023 123,797 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 113,120 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2021 102,753 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin ns/os (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Feb 2021 102,753 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin ns/os (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 92,749 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 82,697 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 75,300 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 68,842 miles

rear brakes binding slightly

wiper blades poor

Pass 27 Jun 2015 63,437 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 58,291 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 48,764 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 48,764 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 34,272 miles

front and rear brake pads are low

rear brake discs are lipped

Pass 30 Jun 2011 25,146 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside 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 29 Jun 2010 14,145 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

N/S/F jacking pad missing

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 12,354 miles

N/S/F jacking pad missing

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

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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BN07 BVR is a 2007 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BN07 BVR, 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 BN07 BVR registered?

BN07 BVR is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 6 March 2007.

Is BN07 BVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN07 BVR shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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