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EU07 UEL

2007 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

189,168 mi
Last recorded189,168 miles
Recorded on6 May 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU07 UEL
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2022 189,168 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

oil leak

Pass 12 May 2021 173,832 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm to sub frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Oct 2020 169,226 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective Flexible connector (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 3 Oct 2020 169,226 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective Flexible connector (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2019 162,936 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 3 Oct 2019 162,936 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2018 154,830 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 145,943 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on 1.6 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 138,660 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 130,007 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 123,052 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 114,069 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 103,410 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 93,544 miles

nearside front tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 13 Jul 2010 89,997 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 89,869 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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EU07 UEL is a 2007 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EU07 UEL, 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 EU07 UEL registered?

EU07 UEL is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 28 June 2007.

Is EU07 UEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU07 UEL shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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