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BV07 BLJ

2007 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

149,220 mi
Last recorded149,220 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2016
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV07 BLJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2016 149,220 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear side light dim

exhaust front flexi deteriorated

n/s/f headlight slightly loose

nearside front wiper blade split but still clears screen

slight play in o/s/r rose bush

undertrays and engine covers fitted

Fail 23 Jul 2016 149,220 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear side light dim

exhaust front flexi deteriorated

n/s/f headlight slightly loose

nearside front wiper blade split but still clears screen

slight play in o/s/r rose bush

undertrays and engine covers fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2015 142,018 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2014 134,871 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 134,871 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 124,958 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 124,958 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 112,642 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

slight damage to front windscreen

Pass 21 Jun 2011 96,882 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)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 79,369 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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BV07 BLJ is a 2007 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BV07 BLJ, 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 BV07 BLJ registered?

BV07 BLJ is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 25 June 2007.

Is BV07 BLJ safe to buy?

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