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FP07 SWK

2007 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

129,040 mi
Last recorded129,040 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP07 SWK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2024 129,040 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023
Pass 14 Apr 2022 124,352 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 111,802 miles

Both sides bonnet gas struts broken

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Underneath trays fitted at time of test

Pass 9 Jan 2020 90,681 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2020 90,681 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam Both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps x2 (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Feb 2019 74,953 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 66,226 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 60,846 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 60,136 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 54,907 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 54,906 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 48,949 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 43,209 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 37,061 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 37,061 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 30,470 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 30,470 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 23,977 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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FP07 SWK 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 78.9%.

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 FP07 SWK, 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 FP07 SWK registered?

FP07 SWK is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 28 April 2007.

Is FP07 SWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP07 SWK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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