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FH57 FHU

2007 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

130,240 mi
Last recorded130,240 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH57 FHU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2023 130,240 miles

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

engine management light cleared with diagnostic prior to test

Fail 22 Mar 2023 130,222 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2022 125,709 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 113,759 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 103,002 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 1 Dec 2018 95,047 miles

Nearside Front 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 2 Dec 2017 87,458 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 81,141 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 73,483 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 73,420 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 67,214 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2013 59,695 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Fail 12 Dec 2012 52,681 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 12 Dec 2012 52,681 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 41,246 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 29,828 miles

1) Emissions too clean to test, no reading

2) O/S/R tyre worn on inner edge

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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FH57 FHU is a 2007 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FH57 FHU, 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.

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What year was FH57 FHU registered?

FH57 FHU is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 12 December 2007.

Is FH57 FHU safe to buy?

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