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GL07 TPY

2007 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

105,508 mi
Last recorded105,508 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL07 TPY
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2020 105,508 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2019 94,989 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2018 83,159 miles

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

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all ()

Fail 3 Oct 2018 83,075 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all ()

Pass 6 Oct 2017 68,617 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2016 67,301 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 62,010 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 58,284 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 51,659 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 41,824 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 41,824 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 38,438 miles

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

Fail 30 Nov 2010 38,431 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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GL07 TPY is a 2007 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GL07 TPY, 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 GL07 TPY registered?

GL07 TPY is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 24 July 2007.

Is GL07 TPY safe to buy?

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