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FD07 XFT

2007 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

131,542 mi
Last recorded131,542 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD07 XFT
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 131,542 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

fuel cap seal perishing

Pass 28 Oct 2024 127,854 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 rear hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear diff very noisy

Pass 3 Nov 2023 123,759 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2022 119,776 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 116,062 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 110,083 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2019 98,786 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking brake (1.2.1 (c))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 18 May 2018 88,368 miles

both front tyres worn to markers

front under tray missing

oil residue

Fail 18 May 2018 88,368 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Offside Rear park brake slightly down on effort

both front tyres worn to markers

front under tray missing

oil residue

rear diff seals weeping

Pass 27 May 2017 76,356 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 66,045 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 56,574 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 56,574 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

hand brake little or no reserve travel

n/s/f tread low wearing inner and outer edge of tyre

n/s/r tread low wearing inner and outer edge of tyre

o/s/f tyre wearing outer edge of tyre

o/s/r tread depth low wearing inner and outer edge ,has cut in tyre not deep enough to reach cords

rear brake pads low

Pass 9 May 2014 46,209 miles

Front tyres worn on outer edge

Pass 4 May 2013 36,214 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 27,533 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 20,454 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 21 May 2010 13,821 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 XFT is a 2007 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XFT, 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 XFT registered?

FD07 XFT is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 29 May 2007.

Is FD07 XFT safe to buy?

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