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SD07 BWL

2007 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

109,002 mi
Last recorded109,002 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD07 BWL
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2020 109,002 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 99,233 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

catalyst to centre pipe nuts in poor condition and 2 missing

Fail 23 Aug 2019 99,233 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

catalyst to centre pipe nuts in poor condition and 2 missing

Pass 31 Aug 2018 95,889 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 92,086 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2017 92,086 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 86,733 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2016 86,733 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Jun 2015 78,606 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 78,606 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 72,383 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 66,286 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 66,286 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 56,533 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 41,316 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 27,059 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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SD07 BWL is a 2007 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SD07 BWL, 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.

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What year was SD07 BWL registered?

SD07 BWL is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 31 March 2007.

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