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AK09 UMM

2009 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

81,559 mi
Last recorded81,559 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK09 UMM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 81,559 miles

Condensation in the headlights.

TPMS light is on.

Various engine oil leaks.

Fail 2 Jan 2026 80,881 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

TPMS indicates low air pressure

Pass 16 Jan 2025 66,408 miles

Minor oil leak

Offside Drivers window inoperative

Offside Rear Inner Tyre wearing on edge

Fail 15 Jan 2025 66,408 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Minor oil leak

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn on edge

Offside Drivers window inoperative

Offside Rear Inner Tyre wearing on edge

Pass 20 Jan 2024 48,768 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Jan 2024 48,768 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall 195/55/16 h (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2023 22,677 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 15,904 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 13,188 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Jan 2021 13,188 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 13,144 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 13,012 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 12,897 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 12,332 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 11,922 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 11,204 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 9,289 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 7,508 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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AK09 UMM is a 2009 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AK09 UMM, 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 AK09 UMM registered?

AK09 UMM is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is AK09 UMM safe to buy?

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