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AFZ 1597

2009 BMW 116

Silver Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2025
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

120,239 mi
Last recorded120,239 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFZ 1597
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2024 120,239 miles

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

Fail 28 Nov 2024 120,239 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2023 113,140 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 105,991 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 105,991 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 100,431 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Aug 2020 100,431 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 95,201 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 87,443 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 76,209 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 72,876 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 72,583 miles

Centre Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

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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AFZ 1597 is a 2009 BMW 116 in Silver with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AFZ 1597, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AFZ 1597 registered?

AFZ 1597 is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is AFZ 1597 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFZ 1597 shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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