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YC57 LVU

2007 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

78,324 mi
Last recorded78,324 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC57 LVU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 78,324 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

sill covers fitted

under tray fitted

Fail 8 Feb 2018 78,324 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

sill covers fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 16 Dec 2015 71,336 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 62,331 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 58,155 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 58,153 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 56,510 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Jul 2013 56,509 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Aug 2012 48,954 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 39,416 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2010 33,214 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 33,214 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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YC57 LVU is a 2007 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YC57 LVU, 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 YC57 LVU registered?

YC57 LVU is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 29 September 2007.

Is YC57 LVU safe to buy?

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