CarVerify

Free Car Check

EF56 YGZ

2007 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

105,170 mi
Last recorded105,170 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF56 YGZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2021 105,170 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s f brake discs slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front jacking rubber block missing

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

front bonnet pull lever broken

under cover trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 21 Jul 2020 102,394 miles

Nearside Front jacking block missing

bonnet pul bracket broken

under cover trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 20 Jul 2020 102,394 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction engine management light on (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Front jacking block missing

bonnet pul bracket broken

under cover trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 19 Jul 2019 99,730 miles

BONNET PUL BROKEN

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

Nearside Front JACKING BLOCK MISSING

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

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

Rear WIPER RUBBER SPLITTING

Pass 6 Jul 2018 97,935 miles

Nearside Front jacking rubber block missing

front bonnet openning lach inscred

under cover trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 7 Jul 2017 95,825 miles

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

Nearside Front jacking block is missing

Nearside Rear tyre outer wall slightly damaged

under cover trays fitted obscuring some components under side

Pass 8 Jul 2016 91,325 miles

Nearside Front jacking block missing

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

engine cover fitted obscuring some component in the engine bay

engine management light on

under cover trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 21 Jul 2015 86,199 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 80,283 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 19 Jul 2014 80,278 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 71,666 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 60,720 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 49,594 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2010 37,585 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 35,235 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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
Full BMW 116 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

EF56 YGZ is a 2007 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 EF56 YGZ, 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

How do I check the history of EF56 YGZ?

You can check the full history of EF56 YGZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EF56 YGZ registered?

EF56 YGZ is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 14 February 2007.

Is EF56 YGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF56 YGZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EF56 YGZ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on EF56 YGZ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.