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CR04 OVA

2007 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

155,003 mi
Last recorded155,003 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCR04 OVA
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 155,003 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2024 141,962 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

underbody tray fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2023 132,928 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

suspension components corroded

under trays fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2022 122,577 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 118,028 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 113,899 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 108,995 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 102,743 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 92,084 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 80,317 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 72,041 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 64,828 miles

exhaust emissions not detected when tested

Fail 18 Aug 2014 64,828 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

exhaust emissions not detected when tested

Pass 16 Aug 2013 59,137 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Aug 2013 59,136 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2012 51,930 miles

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

steering lock warning lamp illuminated

Pass 16 Aug 2011 44,524 miles

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

restricted view of engine bay cover fitted

restricted view of under vehicle undertrays fitted

unable to check outer sill plastic covers fitted

Pass 20 Dec 2010 37,287 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2010 37,287 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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CR04 OVA is a 2007 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 CR04 OVA, 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.

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What year was CR04 OVA registered?

CR04 OVA is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 6 December 2007.

Is CR04 OVA safe to buy?

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