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FX57 XCJ

2007 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

115,058 mi
Last recorded115,058 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX57 XCJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 115,058 miles

Rear diff axle corroded

all 4 brake discs corroded

Fail 28 Jun 2025 115,058 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear diff axle corroded

all 4 brake discs corroded

Pass 28 Oct 2023 104,087 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2022 100,287 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 96,270 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 92,179 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2019 86,936 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2019 86,936 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 82,446 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 78,178 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 69,380 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 61,629 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 53,125 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2013 42,911 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 34,893 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 24,127 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2010 14,172 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 6 Aug 2010 11,827 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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FX57 XCJ 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 FX57 XCJ, 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 FX57 XCJ registered?

FX57 XCJ is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 3 September 2007.

Is FX57 XCJ safe to buy?

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