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YL07 UCM

2007 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

93,466 mi
Last recorded93,466 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 11668,053 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL07 UCM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2024 93,466 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 20 Dec 2024 93,466 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Front Undertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 23 Dec 2023 89,329 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement main arm bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2022 84,258 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 81,034 miles
Pass 26 Dec 2020 77,284 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 74,977 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2019 74,977 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light on (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 63,086 miles

1 exhaust mounting broken

Pass 25 Jul 2017 51,234 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 46,818 miles

covers fitted

Pass 3 Sep 2015 43,050 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Sep 2014 37,727 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Sep 2013 33,341 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jul 2012 27,315 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jul 2011 21,618 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 15,965 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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YL07 UCM is a 2007 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 YL07 UCM, 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 YL07 UCM registered?

YL07 UCM is a 2007 BMW 116, first registered on 31 July 2007.

Is YL07 UCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL07 UCM shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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