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FL57 AKV

2007 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,272 mi
Last recorded57,272 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL57 AKV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 26 Feb 2026 57,272 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

fuel cap seal perrished

Pass 21 Feb 2025 51,885 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated NS and OS are perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 46,928 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2023 41,822 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS and OS (5.2.3 (e))

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 1 Feb 2022 38,133 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2021 34,706 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Jul 2019 31,483 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 29,513 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded under paint (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 28,209 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 26,385 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 24,743 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 22,430 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 19,920 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 16,994 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 14,003 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 10,929 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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FL57 AKV is a 2007 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FL57 AKV, 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 FL57 AKV registered?

FL57 AKV is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is FL57 AKV safe to buy?

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