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EF57 FVH

2007 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2022
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

116,137 mi
Last recorded116,137 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF57 FVH
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2021 116,137 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2021 116,133 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2020 114,836 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2019 113,642 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Nov 2019 113,642 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 111,037 miles

Bodywork damaged.

Both outersills and under vehicle covered.

Just acceptable damage to front number plate.

Pass 6 Nov 2017 102,255 miles

Bodywork damaged.

Both front tyres wearing on edges and slightly worn.

Both outer sills and under front of vehicle covered.

Just acceptable damage to front number plate.

Slight fading to O/S rear indicator.

Fail 3 Nov 2017 102,251 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Bodywork damaged.

Both front tyres wearing on edges and slightly worn.

Both outer sills and under front of vehicle covered.

Just acceptable damage to front number plate.

Slight fading to O/S rear indicator.

Pass 5 Nov 2016 93,340 miles

Bodywork damaged.

Both outer sills and under vehicle damaged.

N/S rear tyre outer wall slightly damaged.

Pass 9 Nov 2015 82,527 miles

Bodywork heavily damaged.

Both outer sills and under vehicle covered.

Just acceptable damage to front number plate.

Pass 7 Nov 2014 75,840 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

possible roughness in nearside rear bearing

Fail 7 Nov 2014 75,838 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

possible roughness in nearside rear bearing

Pass 9 Nov 2013 70,302 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Nov 2013 70,277 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Nov 2012 61,545 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Nov 2012 61,545 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front 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 21 Nov 2011 51,121 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

FRONT BRAKE DISC WORN & LIPPED

REAR BRAKE DISC WORN & LIPPED

Fail 17 Nov 2011 51,121 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

FRONT BRAKE DISC WORN & LIPPED

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

REAR BRAKE DISC WORN & LIPPED

Pass 10 Dec 2010 45,497 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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EF57 FVH is a 2007 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 EF57 FVH, 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 EF57 FVH registered?

EF57 FVH is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 16 December 2007.

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