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FD07 FGF

2007 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

147,785 mi
Last recorded147,785 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD07 FGF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 147,785 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2025 147,785 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2024 129,003 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 122,877 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 113,588 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2021 106,924 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 100,965 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 91,853 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2018 81,547 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 70,108 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2016 57,644 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 51,801 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 44,946 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Jul 2014 44,946 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jul 2013 42,167 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2012 39,184 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 36,998 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 36,934 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 32,805 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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FD07 FGF is a 2007 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 FD07 FGF, 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 FD07 FGF registered?

FD07 FGF is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 24 May 2007.

Is FD07 FGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD07 FGF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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