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DY57 XHJ

2007 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

57,567 mi
Last recorded57,567 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY57 XHJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 57,567 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 52,226 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2024 51,561 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 42,145 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 35,589 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2022 35,589 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both o/s + n/s (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2021 31,853 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 29,123 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres cracking or perishing 2055017rft (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 26,991 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Aug 2019 26,991 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively due to heavy corrosion (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 24,533 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 21,840 miles

front discs corroded

Pass 1 Aug 2016 19,360 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 16,626 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Aug 2014 13,790 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 12,332 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 10,313 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 7,797 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 5,185 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 XHJ is a 2007 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 DY57 XHJ, 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 XHJ registered?

DY57 XHJ is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 20 September 2007.

Is DY57 XHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY57 XHJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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