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EJ07 ZPR

2007 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests28 (17 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate60.7%

Mileage

87,886 mi
Last recorded87,886 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ07 ZPR
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 11 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 87,886 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Side. (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Side. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Jul 2026 87,886 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Side. (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Side. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2025 84,110 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2025 84,110 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment no reserve travel (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 16 Nov 2024 81,043 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 77,554 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 73,774 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Nov 2022 73,774 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively washers not working, not testable (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 70,239 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 65,986 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2019 61,167 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2019 61,167 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2018 59,372 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 57,105 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2017 57,105 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 55,549 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2016 55,549 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing rear seat belt buckle missing (5.1.1)

Pass 28 May 2015 53,315 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 53,315 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 51,446 miles

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

adv- all tyres cracking between treads.

Pass 3 Apr 2013 48,649 miles

adv-all tyres cracking between tread.

Fail 2 Apr 2013 48,644 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

adv-all tyres cracking between tread.

Pass 22 Mar 2012 46,379 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 46,379 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 43,338 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 38,501 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 38,501 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 23 Apr 2010 37,841 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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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EJ07 ZPR is a 2007 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.7%.

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 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 EJ07 ZPR, 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 EJ07 ZPR registered?

EJ07 ZPR is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 15 May 2007.

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