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EF57 FXZ

2008 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

82,217 mi
Last recorded82,217 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 11663,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF57 FXZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 82,217 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2025 79,249 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 76,910 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 74,021 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 74,021 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 70,556 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2021 67,302 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2020 65,407 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2020 65,407 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2019 61,064 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 58,031 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 54,800 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 50,808 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 46,264 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jan 2014 42,363 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 38,690 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 34,410 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2012 34,385 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2010 30,026 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 FXZ is a 2008 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 63,571 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 EF57 FXZ, 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 18 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 FXZ registered?

EF57 FXZ is a 2008 BMW 116, first registered on 2 January 2008.

Is EF57 FXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF57 FXZ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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