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DK57 UTW

2007 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

146,722 mi
Last recorded146,722 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK57 UTW
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2022 146,722 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

underbody covers

Pass 27 Feb 2021 135,659 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 126,915 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2020 126,915 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Nov 2018 121,681 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 117,057 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2017 117,057 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2016 113,155 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2015 106,917 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 94,549 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2014 94,474 miles

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

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 86,696 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Nov 2012 77,180 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

advise service light on

Pass 28 Nov 2012 77,180 miles

advise service light on

Pass 23 Nov 2011 60,777 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 44,301 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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DK57 UTW is a 2007 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DK57 UTW, 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

How do I check the history of DK57 UTW?

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What year was DK57 UTW registered?

DK57 UTW is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 4 December 2007.

Is DK57 UTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK57 UTW shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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