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EF57 KNB

2007 BMW 116

Silver Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,056 mi
Last recorded136,056 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF57 KNB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2019 136,056 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 128,010 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2017 128,010 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 115,322 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2015 104,771 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 98,703 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 90,965 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 82,524 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 82,524 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 69,290 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 56,850 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 56,850 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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 KNB is a 2007 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KNB, 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 KNB registered?

EF57 KNB is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 4 December 2007.

Is EF57 KNB safe to buy?

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