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FE07 VXR

2007 BMW 118

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

44,082 mi
Last recorded44,082 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE07 VXR
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 44,082 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2025 43,060 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2024 40,930 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2023 39,842 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 38,376 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2021 37,023 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 36,066 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 34,504 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 33,311 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 31,957 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 31,957 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 31,037 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 28,198 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 28,198 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 26,981 miles

Child seat fitted nearside rear seat adult belt not tested

Pass 18 Feb 2013 25,819 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 24,403 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 21,028 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2011 21,028 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Feb 2010 15,179 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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FE07 VXR is a 2007 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 FE07 VXR, 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

How do I check the history of FE07 VXR?

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What year was FE07 VXR registered?

FE07 VXR is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 2 March 2007.

Is FE07 VXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE07 VXR shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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