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D21 TMO

2009 BMW 116

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

118,944 mi
Last recorded118,944 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD21 TMO
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 118,944 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 116,318 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 113,818 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 107,173 miles

Front Exhaust flexi deteriorated

Front Inner Brake pads look 2/3rds to 3/4s worn

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pads look 3/4s worn

Pass 9 Feb 2022 100,021 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 95,726 miles

Exhaust mounting defective front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2019 89,700 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 83,535 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 20 Aug 2018 83,535 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Jul 2017 77,170 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 72,827 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 67,772 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 62,497 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 43,215 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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D21 TMO is a 2009 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 D21 TMO, 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 D21 TMO registered?

D21 TMO is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is D21 TMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for D21 TMO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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