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GJ57 SVR

2007 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

129,345 mi
Last recorded129,345 miles
Recorded on3 May 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ57 SVR
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2023 129,345 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 129,345 miles

Rear Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 122,804 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 114,339 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 27 Jul 2020 105,033 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 May 2019 93,667 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 78,969 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 63,868 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 50,227 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 37,669 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/f tyre worn outer edge

Pass 8 Sep 2014 36,396 miles

small cut to nsf tyre advise only

Pass 9 Sep 2013 32,377 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 28,220 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 23,660 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 19,429 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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GJ57 SVR is a 2007 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GJ57 SVR, 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.

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What year was GJ57 SVR registered?

GJ57 SVR is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 27 September 2007.

Is GJ57 SVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ57 SVR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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