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X16 SEL

2007 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

25,974 mi
Last recorded25,974 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX16 SEL
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 25,974 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2025 23,821 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 22,921 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S and O/S (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 21,736 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 20,127 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 18,745 miles

Nearside Front tyre starting to perish

Pass 19 Aug 2020 17,811 miles

Nearside Front tyre starting to perish

Pass 15 Aug 2019 15,994 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 13,595 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 11,022 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

rear tyres starting to perish

Fail 15 Aug 2017 11,022 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 9 Aug 2016 7,562 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 10 Aug 2015 4,846 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 4,130 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 3,868 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 3,750 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 3,672 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 3,257 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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X16 SEL 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 94.4%.

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 X16 SEL, 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 X16 SEL registered?

X16 SEL is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is X16 SEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X16 SEL shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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