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A9 VNV

2009 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

48,525 mi
Last recorded48,525 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 VNV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2024 48,525 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output damp (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 46,595 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 43,322 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 38,622 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 35,560 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 30,566 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 23,827 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 15,597 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 12,915 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2016 12,915 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 7,889 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 7,750 miles

sharp edges to rear bumper not danagerous to other road users

Pass 2 Dec 2013 6,680 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 4,987 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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A9 VNV is a 2009 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2009 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 66,980 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 A9 VNV, 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 17 years old, this BMW 116 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A9 VNV registered?

A9 VNV is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 7 December 2009.

Is A9 VNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 VNV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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