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EF57 LSU

2007 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

186,164 mi
Last recorded186,164 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF57 LSU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2019 186,164 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 178,180 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Dec 2017 178,180 miles

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 164,389 miles

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

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

Offside Rear binding wheel

Offside Rear brake disc poor

engine oil leak

Fail 12 Dec 2016 164,389 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear binding wheel

Offside Rear brake disc poor

engine oil leak

Pass 3 Dec 2015 140,769 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2014 118,222 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2013 98,420 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 88,322 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 68,047 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 56,483 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 50,128 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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 LSU is a 2007 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol 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 LSU, 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 LSU registered?

EF57 LSU is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 17 December 2007.

Is EF57 LSU safe to buy?

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