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SF57 RZP

2007 BMW 116

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

111,273 mi
Last recorded111,273 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF57 RZP
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 111,273 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))

brake pads sensor Brocken

Pass 6 Jun 2024 110,679 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 101,205 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both side front (5.3.2 (d))

slight play in steering joints

Pass 29 Apr 2022 95,743 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated

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

Fail 29 Apr 2022 95,743 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust system deteriorated

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

Pass 14 May 2021 92,774 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2020 90,432 miles
Fail 9 May 2020 90,431 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 24 May 2019 88,295 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 84,773 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

Pass 19 May 2017 78,482 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 78,478 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Pass 28 May 2016 74,153 miles

Tyres are starting to wear on edges

Pass 21 Aug 2015 61,574 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 52,859 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 52,740 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside 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 12 Aug 2013 45,012 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 41,176 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 38,667 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2011 29,580 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 25,745 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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SF57 RZP is a 2007 BMW 116 in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 SF57 RZP, 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 SF57 RZP registered?

SF57 RZP is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 5 October 2007.

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