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BN57 XNP

2007 BMW 118

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2025
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

56,228 mi
Last recorded56,228 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN57 XNP
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 56,228 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 53,849 miles

Offside Front Upper Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 8 Aug 2023 53,849 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 51,792 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 49,542 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Aug 2021 49,541 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Fail 26 Aug 2021 49,536 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords worn heavily on inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 43,767 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Fail 18 Aug 2020 43,767 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Pass 8 Aug 2019 42,248 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 39,606 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm inner rear bush (front) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2018 39,606 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm inner rear bush (front) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 35,172 miles

Engine cover and Under tray/covers fitted.

Pass 14 Apr 2016 29,085 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 29,085 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 25,410 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Apr 2015 25,410 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2014 21,671 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 21,671 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 17,670 miles

Both front tyres treads DAMAGED

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Apr 2013 17,670 miles

Both front tyres treads DAMAGED

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Mar 2012 13,929 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 13,093 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 9,225 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 6,286 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
Full BMW 118 reliability report

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BN57 XNP is a 2007 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 BN57 XNP, 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 XNP registered?

BN57 XNP is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 25 September 2007.

Is BN57 XNP safe to buy?

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