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SY57 WSD

2007 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

130,287 mi
Last recorded130,287 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY57 WSD
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2023 130,287 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 122,645 miles

rear subframe heavily corroded

Pass 26 May 2021 115,463 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 107,528 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 100,039 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 93,111 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 84,965 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 80,407 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

under trays fitted obscuring some components

wipers smearing

Fail 14 Sep 2015 80,402 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

under trays fitted obscuring some components

wipers smearing

Pass 8 Aug 2014 68,194 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 68,194 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 57,297 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 50,778 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 44,112 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 38,672 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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SY57 WSD is a 2007 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SY57 WSD, 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 SY57 WSD registered?

SY57 WSD is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 9 November 2007.

Is SY57 WSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY57 WSD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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