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DK09 WFO

2009 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

106,734 mi
Last recorded106,734 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK09 WFO
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 106,734 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 May 2025 106,734 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 99,158 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2023 92,401 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2023 92,401 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2022 80,863 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 77,769 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 76,810 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 76,004 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 74,822 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 73,788 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 68,752 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 60,825 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

lip on front brake discs

Pass 28 Feb 2014 52,033 miles

screen washers just applying enough liquid but wants attention

Pass 23 Feb 2013 43,223 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 33,149 miles

sills and underbody covered

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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DK09 WFO is a 2009 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DK09 WFO, 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 DK09 WFO registered?

DK09 WFO is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 30 March 2009.

Is DK09 WFO safe to buy?

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