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GF07 YKC

2007 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

139,086 mi
Last recorded139,086 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF07 YKC
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 139,086 miles

Parking brake (lever) needs adjustment

Pass 9 Nov 2024 124,820 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 117,004 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 103,277 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 83,154 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 67,853 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 67,853 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 62,914 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 56,860 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight damage (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2017 47,106 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 43,084 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 38,210 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 31,531 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 25,624 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 20,131 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 15,868 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 12,088 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 12,088 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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GF07 YKC is a 2007 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 GF07 YKC, 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 GF07 YKC registered?

GF07 YKC is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 22 May 2007.

Is GF07 YKC safe to buy?

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