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DE09 GVZ

2009 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

61,664 mi
Last recorded61,664 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE09 GVZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 61,664 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2025 61,664 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 58,861 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2024 58,861 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 56,672 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 54,568 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 52,577 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 50,610 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 47,568 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2018 46,590 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 46,119 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 45,385 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 42,830 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 34,049 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 26,289 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 26,289 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 19 May 2012 20,544 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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DE09 GVZ is a 2009 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 DE09 GVZ, 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

How do I check the history of DE09 GVZ?

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What year was DE09 GVZ registered?

DE09 GVZ is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 6 May 2009.

Is DE09 GVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE09 GVZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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