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BN57 JLV

2007 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

108,561 mi
Last recorded108,561 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN57 JLV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2021 108,561 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

engine ruing rough but not effaced emission

Pass 6 Aug 2020 105,340 miles

Engine oil light is on.

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

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

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

Fail 6 Aug 2020 105,340 miles

Nearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Engine oil light is on.

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2019 102,193 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 98,829 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 95,107 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 91,213 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts and both rears (3.6.B.4d)

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 14 Aug 2015 81,322 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Aug 2014 71,145 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Oct 2013 63,547 miles

off side rear drive shaft seal leaking

rear brake pads worn

unable to examine brake pipes due to plastic under covers

Pass 7 Nov 2012 54,595 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 44,068 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 22 Oct 2010 36,211 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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BN57 JLV is a 2007 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BN57 JLV, 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.

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What year was BN57 JLV registered?

BN57 JLV is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 3 September 2007.

Is BN57 JLV safe to buy?

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