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YB07 UPJ

2007 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

145,657 mi
Last recorded145,657 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB07 UPJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2019 145,657 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Sep 2019 145,657 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 136,912 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2017 125,512 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 125,512 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 114,115 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 102,933 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2015 102,933 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 93,701 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 81,956 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 69,166 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jun 2011 56,454 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 42,247 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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YB07 UPJ is a 2007 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YB07 UPJ, 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 YB07 UPJ registered?

YB07 UPJ is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 15 June 2007.

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