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DE07 JYV

2007 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

164,664 mi
Last recorded164,664 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE07 JYV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2024 164,664 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 156,214 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 149,319 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 143,788 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 139,326 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 132,157 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 127,183 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 121,009 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 114,211 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 114,211 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2015 110,799 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 107,543 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 102,294 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 95,306 miles

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

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

handbrake high

Pass 21 Feb 2011 85,419 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 67,701 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 67,701 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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DE07 JYV is a 2007 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 DE07 JYV, 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 DE07 JYV registered?

DE07 JYV is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 30 May 2007.

Is DE07 JYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE07 JYV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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