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AF07 EJU

2007 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

107,473 mi
Last recorded107,473 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF07 EJU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 107,473 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and offside, perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Moisture in head lamp

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top mount rough when steering (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 12 Feb 2026 107,457 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective O-ring split (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and offside, perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Moisture in head lamp

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top mount rough when steering (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 105,589 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 98,977 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Mar 2024 98,977 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2023 89,328 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2023 89,194 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 80,099 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 72,723 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 68,754 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 64,547 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 61,169 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 55,989 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 49,864 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 45,941 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 41,730 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 35,365 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 27,993 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 20,014 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 20,003 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 116?

Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,730
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
141,314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,729
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,380
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,330
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AF07 EJU is a 2007 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2007 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 68,053 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF07 EJU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 116 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 19 years old, this BMW 116 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF07 EJU registered?

AF07 EJU is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 28 March 2007.

Is AF07 EJU safe to buy?

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