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BT57 FDU

2007 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,328 mi
Last recorded103,328 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT57 FDU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 5 Nov 2025 103,328 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust mounting defective Near flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2024 69,881 miles

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

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2023 65,998 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective exhaust flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2022 63,035 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 60,121 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 58,069 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2019 56,820 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

front number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 10 Dec 2018 53,360 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 50,517 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 46,187 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 41,883 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 37,173 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 33,392 miles

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

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

nearside and offside front tyres worn on inner and outer edges advise

Pass 17 Dec 2012 29,472 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 24,406 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 18,348 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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BT57 FDU is a 2007 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 BT57 FDU, 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 BT57 FDU registered?

BT57 FDU is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 27 December 2007.

Is BT57 FDU safe to buy?

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