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BV07 UHX

2007 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

98,149 mi
Last recorded98,149 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV07 UHX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 98,149 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2026 98,149 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp aim too low both front (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 93,917 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 84,193 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2024 84,193 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft likely to become detached bolts loose to differential (6.1.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 78,587 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear lower (5.3.2 (c))

parking brake just met requirements may require further adjustment or repair

Fail 25 Jan 2023 78,587 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective no rubber O ring (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear lower (5.3.2 (c))

parking brake just met requirements may require further adjustment or repair

Pass 22 Jan 2022 73,202 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 70,059 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 66,612 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2020 66,605 miles

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

tyre pressure light on

Pass 16 Jan 2019 60,638 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 55,163 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2017 50,505 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 seats fitted ()

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

Pass 13 Jan 2016 46,362 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2015 42,260 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 42,260 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 36,929 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 33,447 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jan 2012 25,408 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 18,837 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 15,369 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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BV07 UHX is a 2007 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 BV07 UHX, 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 BV07 UHX registered?

BV07 UHX is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 23 March 2007.

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