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GF57 YWK

2007 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

127,535 mi
Last recorded127,535 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF57 YWK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 127,535 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 125,935 miles

Offside Front slight splitting of top suspension mounting

Pass 26 Jul 2024 124,089 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi split (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 23 Jul 2024 124,008 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi split (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 121,845 miles

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

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

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

Fail 6 Jul 2023 121,844 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2022 119,659 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2021 118,079 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 116,890 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust clamp slightly broken but still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn edges & 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 115,034 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 112,126 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 109,040 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 109,040 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 105,721 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 93,334 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 80,835 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 71,254 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 51,690 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 42,627 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 25,033 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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GF57 YWK is a 2007 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 GF57 YWK, 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 GF57 YWK registered?

GF57 YWK is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 6 November 2007.

Is GF57 YWK safe to buy?

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