MOT Status
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138,313 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
car smells of fuel at rear of car
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
rear brake pad warning senser insecure (o/s/r)
How Reliable is the BMW 116?
Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.
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SW57 BRV is a 2007 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.
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 SW57 BRV, 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 SW57 BRV registered?
SW57 BRV is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 27 October 2007.
Is SW57 BRV safe to buy?
The MOT history for SW57 BRV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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