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FH56 VBV

2007 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

108,348 mi
Last recorded108,348 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH56 VBV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2022 108,348 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s/f o/s/f n/s/r (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 103,292 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s/f and o/s/f (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 99,725 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2020 96,537 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2019 90,039 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 79,288 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2017 68,377 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Feb 2017 68,377 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 59,525 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 59,517 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2015 48,852 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 43,951 miles

both rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 21 Jan 2013 38,313 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 32,290 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 25,708 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 20,489 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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FH56 VBV is a 2007 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol 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 FH56 VBV, 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 FH56 VBV registered?

FH56 VBV is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 25 January 2007.

Is FH56 VBV safe to buy?

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