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WP56 JFY

2007 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

170,635 mi
Last recorded170,635 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP56 JFY
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 170,635 miles

Brake disc rusty *4

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 162,584 miles

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

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

TPMS on

Pass 1 Oct 2021 152,507 miles

Bonnet can not be opened

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 150,197 miles

Front Bonnet cannot be opened due to missing handle

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 142,937 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer just on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

undertrays hiding some components

Pass 24 Aug 2018 133,096 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged cracks (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged cracks (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2018 133,093 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible damaged (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged cracks (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged cracks (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 19 May 2017 117,318 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge wearing low. (4.1.E.1)

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)

centre rear view mirror insecure but not damaged.

Pass 14 May 2016 105,640 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer just on limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine cover & undertrays hiding some components

Pass 23 May 2015 92,128 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 May 2014 91,148 miles
Fail 3 May 2014 91,148 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 81,513 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 72,629 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 69,669 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 69,666 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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WP56 JFY is a 2007 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 WP56 JFY, 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 WP56 JFY registered?

WP56 JFY is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 12 January 2007.

Is WP56 JFY safe to buy?

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