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BN57 MKU

2007 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

126,110 mi
Last recorded126,110 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN57 MKU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 126,110 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2025 121,792 miles

Direction indicator flash rate high

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides front (5.3.2 (d))

Slight sidewall damage on front tyres due to underinflation

Pass 19 Feb 2024 118,002 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 112,967 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Park brake efficiency requirement only just met - repair or adjustment may be required

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides front (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 108,271 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 103,282 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 96,922 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2019 82,533 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2018 75,171 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2018 75,165 miles

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour both (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2017 68,044 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 58,097 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front number plate cracked

exhaust flexi poor condition

undertrays restrict inspection of some components

Pass 2 Sep 2014 31,352 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 20,132 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 17,784 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 14,473 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 11,463 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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BN57 MKU 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 BN57 MKU, 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 BN57 MKU registered?

BN57 MKU is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is BN57 MKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN57 MKU 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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