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FG07 YNB

2007 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

120,798 mi
Last recorded120,798 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG07 YNB
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 120,798 miles

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2024 114,392 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2024 114,392 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 109,036 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 103,264 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2021 98,000 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 92,827 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 91,905 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 85,762 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 83,657 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 81,189 miles

front exhaust flexi deteriorated

Pass 2 Mar 2016 81,182 miles

front exhaust flexi deteriorated

Pass 7 Nov 2015 79,107 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 71,012 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 64,474 miles

nearside rear tyre on 3mm

offside rear tyre on 3mm

Pass 5 Nov 2012 54,534 miles

couldnt produce print out for emission data due to reading to low

Pass 29 Oct 2011 36,458 miles

Dash warning lamp on

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

Pass 20 Nov 2010 26,711 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 21,417 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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FG07 YNB is a 2007 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 FG07 YNB, 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 FG07 YNB registered?

FG07 YNB is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 31 March 2007.

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