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GF07 BVY

2007 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

114,168 mi
Last recorded114,168 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF07 BVY
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2020 114,168 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2019 111,425 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 30 Sep 2019 111,425 miles

Exhaust silencer likely to become detached flange after cat (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2018 93,578 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 87,411 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 87,411 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 79,135 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 62,590 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2014 46,851 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 36,785 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 33,792 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 28,613 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 28,613 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 21,665 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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GF07 BVY is a 2007 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GF07 BVY, 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 GF07 BVY registered?

GF07 BVY is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 29 March 2007.

Is GF07 BVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF07 BVY shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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