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C9 VLR

2026 BMW 116

Black Hybrid electric (clean)
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

118,440 mi
Last recorded118,440 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC9 VLR
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2026
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 118,440 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 103,354 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective Red brake light staying on (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Coolant reservoir very low

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 85,103 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2023 84,607 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235/40r18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235/40r18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Sep 2022 72,772 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 60,335 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 48,049 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 37,188 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 23,099 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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C9 VLR is a 2026 BMW 116 in Black. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 C9 VLR, 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 0 years old, this BMW 116 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C9 VLR registered?

C9 VLR is a 2026 BMW 116, first registered on 23 May 2026.

Is C9 VLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C9 VLR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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