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FL57 BYY

2007 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

141,435 mi
Last recorded141,435 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL57 BYY
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 141,435 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 136,086 miles

front brake pads getting low

slight play / movement both front bottom suspension arm bushes

Pass 18 Dec 2023 131,342 miles

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

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

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

undertrays and sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 3 Jan 2023 125,510 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavy wear to inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2022 117,839 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 111,869 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 108,826 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 103,226 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 94,920 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 85,326 miles

Oil leak Engine oil ()

Pass 1 Dec 2015 75,149 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 62,453 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2013 53,622 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 45,518 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 44,264 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 44,264 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 39,998 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 35,107 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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FL57 BYY is a 2007 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FL57 BYY, 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 FL57 BYY registered?

FL57 BYY is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is FL57 BYY safe to buy?

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