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FG57 DXT

2007 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

136,498 mi
Last recorded136,498 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG57 DXT
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 136,498 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front upper suspension arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 132,716 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 129,258 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 124,917 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 120,977 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 115,504 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Aug 2021 115,504 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2020 112,045 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2020 112,045 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 107,132 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2018 103,886 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 97,843 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play SLIGHTLY NOISY (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 89,945 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 84,225 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 77,815 miles

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

both front tyres wearing outer edges

front brake pads @ 3000 miles

slight dent inner rim nearside front wheel

Pass 3 Sep 2013 65,761 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 54,980 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 42,690 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 27,192 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 27,187 miles

Nearside Front 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)

n/s/r tyre down to wear indicators

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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FG57 DXT is a 2007 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 FG57 DXT, 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 FG57 DXT registered?

FG57 DXT is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is FG57 DXT safe to buy?

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