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VU57 HCE

2007 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

90,440 mi
Last recorded90,440 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU57 HCE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 90,440 miles

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

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Both (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 89,455 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 88,743 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2024 88,743 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2023 88,255 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 86,419 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2021 83,135 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 72,523 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 62,702 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 54,773 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 45,276 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 40,795 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 35,149 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 31,051 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 25,680 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 21,184 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 16,709 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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VU57 HCE is a 2007 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 VU57 HCE, 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 VU57 HCE registered?

VU57 HCE is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 11 September 2007.

Is VU57 HCE safe to buy?

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