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GJ57 PNU

2007 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

138,996 mi
Last recorded138,996 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ57 PNU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 138,996 miles

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 6 May 2025 133,201 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 126,340 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 7 May 2024 126,340 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 118,512 miles

Brake pad warning light on, but all pads are ok.

Different size tyres front to rear

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 Apr 2022 112,498 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Apr 2022 112,498 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 108,201 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2020 104,301 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 91,561 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2018 87,590 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 87,590 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 May 2018 85,293 miles

front exhaust flex broken

offside front tyre low on tread

Fail 23 May 2018 85,293 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

front exhaust flex broken

offside front tyre low on tread

Pass 20 May 2017 77,662 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 May 2016 69,474 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 57,448 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 57,357 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 May 2014 47,614 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f smooth on inner edge

o/s/f tyre smooth on both edges

Pass 10 May 2013 35,545 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 35,545 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 28,082 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 22,270 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 11,075 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 10,196 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
Full BMW 118 reliability report

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GJ57 PNU is a 2007 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GJ57 PNU, 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 GJ57 PNU registered?

GJ57 PNU is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 11 September 2007.

Is GJ57 PNU safe to buy?

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