2007 BMW 116 1.6L Petrol · AP56 ELX
2007 BMW 116 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 06 Feb 2007. Recorded mileage 132,900 miles. MOT expired on 16 Sept 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 116
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 16 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (31 Mar 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 132,900 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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AP56 ELX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 21/08/2025
- 132,900 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AP56 ELX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 BMW 116 (AP56 ELX) between February 2023 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
AP56 ELX Mileage History
- 23/02/2023125,183 mi
- 20/02/2024130,225 mi+5,042 mi
- 20/02/2024130,225 mi
- 18/09/2024130,426 mi+201 mi
- 21/08/2025132,900 mi+2,474 mi
Average of roughly 3,097 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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