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AP56 HRC

2007 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

143,242 mi
Last recorded143,242 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP56 HRC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2019 143,242 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2019 143,242 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Oct 2018 123,662 miles

hand brake lever travel

n/s/f tyre worn on shallow tread

Pass 31 Oct 2017 118,800 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2017 118,800 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour both fronts (1.7.5b)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 114,741 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 111,428 miles

1. Unable to inspect outer sills fully due to plastic sill covers.

2. Front brake hoses starting to perish.

3. Front brake pads wearing low.

4. Hand brake travel on limit.

Pass 27 Aug 2015 99,142 miles

1. Unable to inspect outer sills fully due to plastic sill covers. 2. Both front tyres wearing low on edges. 3. Rear brake pads wearing low.

Pass 1 Sep 2014 89,416 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 89,416 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 17 Jan 2014 86,623 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jan 2013 80,761 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 73,106 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

near side rear tyre is getting low on tread

Pass 14 Jan 2011 66,147 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 56,388 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 56,388 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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AP56 HRC is a 2007 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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

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 AP56 HRC, 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 AP56 HRC registered?

AP56 HRC is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 31 January 2007.

Is AP56 HRC safe to buy?

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