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YG07 NWS

2007 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

118,919 mi
Last recorded118,919 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG07 NWS
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2025 118,919 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 21 May 2025 118,909 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 May 2024 116,229 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracked/perished, strongly recommend replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracked/perished, strongly recommend replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Fail 13 May 2024 116,223 miles

Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracked/perished, strongly recommend replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracked/perished, strongly recommend replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 25 May 2023 112,628 miles

Front number plate damaged

Offside front tyre perished

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

Pass 12 May 2022 109,029 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2021 104,428 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2020 99,071 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2019 87,528 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2018 68,214 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2017 66,558 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 64,863 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 62,372 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 60,635 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 52,558 miles

both rear tyres very low on tread.

Pass 19 Jan 2012 40,470 miles

both front washers weak.

Pass 20 Jan 2011 28,633 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2010 23,919 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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YG07 NWS 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 88.9%.

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 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 YG07 NWS, 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 YG07 NWS registered?

YG07 NWS is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 16 March 2007.

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The MOT history for YG07 NWS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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