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SP07 WBJ

2007 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

63,939 mi
Last recorded63,939 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP07 WBJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2024 63,939 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2024 63,939 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 60,945 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2023 60,942 miles

Front Brake hose excessively chafed both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 57,514 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 53,782 miles

rear axle corroded

Fail 23 Aug 2021 53,782 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

rear axle corroded

Pass 29 Aug 2020 52,145 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 40,392 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 30,159 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 21,516 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 19,857 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 17,835 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 16,174 miles

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

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

both front tyres bald on outside tread bands

Pass 10 Apr 2013 14,466 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 12,805 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 10,891 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 9,220 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 9,220 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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SP07 WBJ is a 2007 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 SP07 WBJ, 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 SP07 WBJ registered?

SP07 WBJ is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 31 March 2007.

Is SP07 WBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP07 WBJ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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