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DY57 XJE

2007 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

127,527 mi
Last recorded127,527 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2020 127,527 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 118,661 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 113,782 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 107,860 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front shock absorbers corroded

both rear driveshafts corroded

Fail 21 Jul 2017 107,769 miles

Central Front Exhaust system not adequately supported flexi broken (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front shock absorbers corroded

both rear driveshafts corroded

Pass 1 Jul 2016 99,966 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 92,472 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 85,542 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 85,542 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 77,362 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 68,339 miles

unable to inspect underside of vehicle fully due to plastic covers fitted advise removal and reinspection

Fail 22 Jul 2011 56,097 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 56,097 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 53,548 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 46,200 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 XJE 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 XJE, 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 XJE registered?

DY57 XJE is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 10 September 2007.

Is DY57 XJE safe to buy?

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