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DY57 XHF

2007 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

148,382 mi
Last recorded148,382 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY57 XHF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2022 148,382 miles

All 4 Tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 27 Apr 2021 142,129 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 27 Apr 2021 142,129 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 May 2019 140,037 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 May 2018 138,383 miles

Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2017 136,758 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 136,681 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases broken (7.1.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 130,157 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 6 Jun 2015 123,409 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

emmisoins to weak to read

Pass 6 Jun 2015 123,409 miles

emmisoins to weak to read

Pass 22 Mar 2014 105,830 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2013 94,851 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 85,018 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 76,803 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 64,972 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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DY57 XHF is a 2007 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DY57 XHF, 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 DY57 XHF registered?

DY57 XHF is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 7 September 2007.

Is DY57 XHF safe to buy?

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