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FJ57 WJX

2007 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

100,673 mi
Last recorded100,673 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ57 WJX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2020 100,673 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slightly. Offside and Nearside. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement CHANGE- Benefit of doubt (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement CHANGE- Benefit of doubt (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Under Bonnet and Under Vehicle; covers, trays and or heat shields fitted, obscuring view to testable items

Pass 29 Jan 2019 86,127 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2019 86,122 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board (6.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Feb 2018 77,102 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2018 77,102 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 68,264 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 56,894 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 46,416 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 43,711 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 34,573 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 27,234 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Aug 2011 20,703 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 16,544 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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FJ57 WJX 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 84.6%.

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 FJ57 WJX, 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 FJ57 WJX registered?

FJ57 WJX is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 6 September 2007.

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The MOT history for FJ57 WJX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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