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GL56 XDR

2007 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

256,813 mi
Last recorded256,813 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 11883,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL56 XDR
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2022 256,813 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both front (5.3.2 (b))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 252,581 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 248,014 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 243,647 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2019 243,604 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2018 239,795 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 229,309 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush foremost (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush foremost (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 136,632 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 132,900 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2014 128,858 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2013 123,731 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 108,341 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 87,722 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

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

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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GL56 XDR is a 2007 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GL56 XDR, 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 GL56 XDR registered?

GL56 XDR is a 2007 BMW 118, first registered on 12 February 2007.

Is GL56 XDR safe to buy?

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