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T27 SUN

2007 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

115,718 mi
Last recorded115,718 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT27 SUN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 115,718 miles

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Jan 2026 115,212 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2024 109,541 miles

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Dec 2024 109,541 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 107,942 miles

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2022 102,911 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2021 96,482 miles
Pass 26 Dec 2020 94,052 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 93,753 miles

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

Fail 7 Nov 2019 93,753 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 91,798 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2017 85,817 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 77,458 miles

Nearside Rear 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 26 Oct 2015 67,172 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 60,071 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 30 May 2013 45,415 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Jun 2012 35,090 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 23,825 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 23,825 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 21,139 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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T27 SUN is a 2007 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 T27 SUN, 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 T27 SUN registered?

T27 SUN is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is T27 SUN safe to buy?

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