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FH07 XCJ

2007 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

96,844 mi
Last recorded96,844 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH07 XCJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2019 96,844 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2018 90,023 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2017 87,080 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 23 Oct 2017 87,076 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 134,802 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

outer sill covers and under trays fitted obscuring prescribed areas and components

Fail 27 Sep 2016 134,801 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

outer sill covers and under trays fitted obscuring prescribed areas and components

Pass 8 Sep 2015 123,776 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner and outer ...on limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner and outer ..on limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Sep 2015 123,776 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn on inner and outer (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer side wall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner and outer ...on limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner and outer ..on limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 112,230 miles

both front tyres worn on outside edge

both rear tyres worn on inside edge

Pass 17 Aug 2013 92,051 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 79,989 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 40,084 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2010 31,568 miles

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

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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FH07 XCJ is a 2007 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FH07 XCJ, 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 FH07 XCJ registered?

FH07 XCJ is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 11 July 2007.

Is FH07 XCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH07 XCJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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