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GL56 XVO

2007 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

127,127 mi
Last recorded127,127 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL56 XVO
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2019 127,127 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 122,390 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 111,468 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2017 103,954 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 92,354 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 80,076 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 71,194 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 61,455 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2012 53,132 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2011 42,012 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 33,002 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2010 33,002 miles

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

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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GL56 XVO is a 2007 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GL56 XVO, 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 GL56 XVO registered?

GL56 XVO is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 14 February 2007.

Is GL56 XVO safe to buy?

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