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D26 HLC

2009 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

43,187 mi
Last recorded43,187 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD26 HLC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 43,187 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 40,146 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 35,164 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 33,205 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 28,559 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 26,374 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 24,906 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 23,116 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 21,674 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 21,666 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 19,600 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 16,839 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 15,270 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 13,974 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 11,612 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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D26 HLC is a 2009 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 D26 HLC, 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 D26 HLC registered?

D26 HLC is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 15 December 2009.

Is D26 HLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for D26 HLC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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