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EN07 KCJ

2007 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

148,915 mi
Last recorded148,915 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN07 KCJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 148,915 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Handbrake has little reserve

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Wiper blades deteriorated

Pass 29 Apr 2025 230,026 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2024 133,544 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2023 129,182 miles

Handbrake has a lot of free travel

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 May 2022 123,414 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 117,147 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2021 116,996 miles

Exhaust system insecure Front flexible joint failed but not leaking gasses. Exhaust very loose and likely to come away from car (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 114,423 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 110,551 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 110,549 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 104,715 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 - 2.0 mm max treat as urgent (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 - 2.0 mm max treat as urgent (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 - 2.0 mm max treat as urgent (4.1.E.1)

TPI on

Pass 24 Aug 2016 93,898 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 84,799 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 72,763 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 63,963 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 52,761 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 45,415 miles

Covers fitted above and below vehicle

Movement in n/s/f inner lower suspension arm bush[ becoming excessive ]

Movement in o/s/f front lower inner suspension arm bush

Fail 18 Jun 2011 45,370 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Covers fitted above and below vehicle

Movement in n/s/f inner lower suspension arm bush[ becoming excessive ]

Movement in o/s/f front lower inner suspension arm bush

Pass 26 Jun 2010 33,559 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Covers fitted above and below vehicle

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
Full BMW 118 reliability report

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EN07 KCJ is a 2007 BMW 118 in Grey 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 EN07 KCJ, 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 EN07 KCJ registered?

EN07 KCJ is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 27 June 2007.

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