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WG56 ZGL

2007 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

115,894 mi
Last recorded115,894 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG56 ZGL
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2023 115,894 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 113,103 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 107,660 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 101,631 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 92,902 miles

both front brake hoses perished

different lights fitted to rear but not affecting light output

offside front shock absorber slightly damp

rear brake discs corroding

under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection

Pass 20 Jul 2018 85,860 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

both rear flexi brake hoses ferrules slightly corroded

Pass 13 Jul 2017 79,606 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Adv front brake pads getting worn on inner faces..... (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 74,339 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 74,339 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 6 Jul 2015 65,717 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 65,717 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 56,597 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2014 56,597 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 53,253 miles

n/s/f tyre worn low and wearing on inner edge

Fail 27 Nov 2013 53,253 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

n/s/f tyre worn low and wearing on inner edge

Pass 12 Jun 2012 44,321 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 35,881 miles

front discs slightly lipped

rear discs slightly lipped

rear pads worn to around 2mm

tyre pressure warmimg lamp on

Pass 20 May 2010 20,930 miles

nail in n/s/f tyre -- punctured

wipers smearing screen

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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WG56 ZGL is a 2007 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WG56 ZGL, 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 WG56 ZGL registered?

WG56 ZGL is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 31 January 2007.

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