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EK57 HVF

2007 BMW 118

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

90,786 mi
Last recorded90,786 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK57 HVF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2023 90,786 miles

under vehicle and brake pipes surface corrosion

Fail 22 Dec 2023 90,786 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

under vehicle and brake pipes surface corrosion

Pass 7 Oct 2022 85,216 miles

Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 78,552 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 73,035 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2020 73,035 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 66,804 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 59,386 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 54,571 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2016 48,052 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2015 42,450 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 36,614 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 28,970 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Apr 2013 27,541 miles

Front tyres v rated, Rears h rated

N/s/front tyre on limit on raised tread

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 27,541 miles

Front tyres v rated, Rears h rated

N/s/front tyre on limit on raised tread

Pass 20 Apr 2012 23,106 miles

205/55/16/91/h run flat

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

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

Fail 9 Sep 2010 15,458 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 15,458 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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EK57 HVF is a 2007 BMW 118 in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 EK57 HVF, 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 EK57 HVF registered?

EK57 HVF is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 19 September 2007.

Is EK57 HVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK57 HVF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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