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AV57 VRZ

2007 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2021
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,134 mi
Last recorded90,134 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV57 VRZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2020 90,134 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Starting to wear on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also close to legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Starting to wear on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 90,054 miles

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

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 damaged (5.2.3 (e))

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

noted smell of petrol /no visible leaks / slight misfire

Pass 7 Apr 2018 81,163 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 74,238 miles

windscreen has chip swept area

Pass 11 Jul 2016 63,116 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 56,790 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing inside edge

Offside Rear tyre wearing inside edge

Pass 11 Oct 2014 49,050 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

n/s/f wiper smears/judders

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 41,259 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 12 Oct 2012 33,535 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Oct 2011 27,668 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 22,271 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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AV57 VRZ is a 2007 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AV57 VRZ, 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 AV57 VRZ registered?

AV57 VRZ is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 23 November 2007.

Is AV57 VRZ safe to buy?

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