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AO09 VZJ

2009 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

127,146 mi
Last recorded127,146 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2017
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO09 VZJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 24 Jun 2017 127,146 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 119,373 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 111,716 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 100,320 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 81,531 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 67,840 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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AO09 VZJ is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AO09 VZJ, 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 AO09 VZJ registered?

AO09 VZJ is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is AO09 VZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO09 VZJ shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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