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FY05 HAN

2007 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

104,999 mi
Last recorded104,999 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 HAN
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2025 104,999 miles

Offside Front Outer Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin x2 nsr,osr (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2024 102,164 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 97,887 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2023 97,887 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 12 Feb 2022 97,460 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 96,598 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 95,574 miles

engine light on

Pass 23 Jan 2019 90,119 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 86,168 miles

Front Tyres are perishing.

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

Pass 20 Jan 2017 81,457 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 76,451 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 68,767 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Feb 2014 57,826 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Nov 2012 46,641 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 34,352 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 21,720 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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FY05 HAN is a 2007 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 FY05 HAN, 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 FY05 HAN registered?

FY05 HAN is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 3 December 2007.

Is FY05 HAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY05 HAN shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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