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DN56 MKL

2007 BMW 118

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

63,404 mi
Last recorded63,404 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN56 MKL
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 63,404 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 49,718 miles

Engine covers & undertrays fitted

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ** STRONG ADVISE ON LIMIT ** (4.1.E.1)

Sill covers fitted

Fail 22 Sep 2016 49,718 miles

Engine covers & undertrays fitted

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ** STRONG ADVISE ON LIMIT ** (4.1.E.1)

Sill covers fitted

Steering lock warning lamp indicates a fault (2.1.4c)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 38,776 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 35,402 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 30,998 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 24,029 miles

Rear tryes are close to needing replacement.

Steering light malfunction lamp iluminated.

Pass 23 Sep 2011 18,426 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

covers fitted under not allowing a full assessment

Fail 23 Sep 2011 18,426 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

covers fitted under not allowing a full assessment

Pass 14 Jan 2011 16,739 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2011 16,739 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Jan 2010 13,664 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2010 13,664 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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DN56 MKL is a 2007 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 DN56 MKL, 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 DN56 MKL registered?

DN56 MKL is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 16 January 2007.

Is DN56 MKL safe to buy?

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