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EF57 VZB

2007 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

91,070 mi
Last recorded91,070 miles
Recorded on21 May 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF57 VZB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2024 91,070 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged offside and nearside (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

undertray fitted

Pass 7 Feb 2023 84,487 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged both (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

slight travel in handbrake

Pass 20 May 2019 83,320 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 May 2018 83,315 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2017 78,191 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2016 71,797 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 64,310 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2015 64,146 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front 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)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 55,205 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 45,526 miles

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

nearside rear lighting cluster lens cracked

offside rear lighting cluster lens broken.

Pass 9 Jan 2012 35,339 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 27,090 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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 VZB is a 2007 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EF57 VZB, 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 VZB registered?

EF57 VZB is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 29 November 2007.

Is EF57 VZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF57 VZB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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