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AM09 ZRE

2009 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

24,014 mi
Last recorded24,014 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM09 ZRE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 24,014 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 19,691 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 16,843 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 16,537 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 16,429 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 15,779 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 14,960 miles

undertray fitted

Fail 19 May 2016 14,960 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

undertray fitted

Pass 11 May 2015 13,329 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 11,107 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 8,885 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 6,691 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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AM09 ZRE is a 2009 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 AM09 ZRE, 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

How do I check the history of AM09 ZRE?

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What year was AM09 ZRE registered?

AM09 ZRE is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 22 May 2009.

Is AM09 ZRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM09 ZRE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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