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B9 FRD

2011 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests29 (23 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate79.3%

Mileage

134,286 mi
Last recorded134,286 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB9 FRD
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

23 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 134,286 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both spring carriers (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2025 102,653 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 4 Nov 2024 131,862 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both spring carriers (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 94,338 miles

engine covers

undertrays

Fail 12 Sep 2024 94,338 miles

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

engine covers

undertrays

Pass 28 Nov 2023 128,042 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2023 128,040 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2023 87,251 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

No smoke detected Diesel Particulate Filter fitted. No print out produced

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

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 8 Nov 2022 122,092 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2022 122,090 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 84,544 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

No smoke detected Diesel Particulate Filter fitted. No print out produced Engine does not rev

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Under trays fitted obscuring some components underneath the vehicle

Pass 8 Nov 2021 107,790 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 77,581 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Nov 2020 99,907 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2020 71,143 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 4 Sep 2020 71,143 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Aug 2019 63,489 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 May 2019 86,438 miles

front brake discs and pads wearing thin.

Pass 4 Sep 2018 52,593 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay`

No smoke detected Diesel Particulate Filter fitted. No print out produced

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) OFFSIDE

Undertrays covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay and underneath the Vehicle

Fail 4 Sep 2018 52,593 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay`

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

No smoke detected Diesel Particulate Filter fitted. No print out produced

No smoke detected Diesel Particulate Filter fitted. No print out produced

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) OFFSIDE

Undertrays covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay and underneath the Vehicle

Pass 14 May 2018 71,707 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 42,177 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Steering arm has slight play

Pass 5 May 2017 57,345 miles

handbrake poor on nearside but overall efficiency meets requirements.

Pass 16 Aug 2016 33,461 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 45,362 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 24,848 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jun 2015 29,086 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2014 25,471 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 25,471 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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B9 FRD is a 2011 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.3%.

Across all 2011 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 69,809 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 B9 FRD, 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 15 years old, this BMW 116 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B9 FRD registered?

B9 FRD is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 9 December 2011.

Is B9 FRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for B9 FRD shows 29 tests with a 79.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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