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DS57 GHU

2007 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

135,261 mi
Last recorded135,261 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS57 GHU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2021 135,261 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 130,165 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 122,766 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 112,174 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 106,451 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 98,519 miles

Front number plate fixings deteriorated but still secure at this time

Offside headlamp fixing broken but headlight still secure ...advise req attn. soon ref accident damage

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both tyres close to / on limmit (4.1.E.1)

amber brake pad warning light on ....pads ok ....

non standard suspension and brakes

Fail 1 Dec 2016 98,519 miles

Front number plate fixings deteriorated but still secure at this time

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside headlamp fixing broken but headlight still secure ...advise req attn. soon ref accident damage

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both tyres close to / on limmit (4.1.E.1)

amber brake pad warning light on ....pads ok ....

non standard suspension and brakes

Pass 11 Nov 2015 90,779 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four tyres wearing unevenly and close to limmit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

belly plates broken

exhaust system in poor condition around flexi section area...almost broken

oil leak

Fail 5 Nov 2015 90,529 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated brake fluid / handbrake warning came on during test (3.6.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four tyres wearing unevenly and close to limmit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

belly plates broken

exhaust system in poor condition around flexi section area...almost broken

oil leak

Pass 25 Nov 2014 83,998 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tyres wearing unevenly at edges / close to legal limmit

Pass 4 Nov 2013 71,628 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 26 Nov 2012 60,514 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 43,884 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 26,192 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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DS57 GHU is a 2007 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DS57 GHU, 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 DS57 GHU registered?

DS57 GHU is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 30 November 2007.

Is DS57 GHU safe to buy?

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