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DN09 ZFW

2009 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

119,757 mi
Last recorded119,757 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN09 ZFW
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 119,757 miles

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated starting to crack (6.1.7 (d) (i))

rear suspension bump stops deteriorated

Pass 20 Sep 2024 112,626 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2023 107,232 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing And has cuts to sidewall but not deep enough to reach cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall. Has been run low pressure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 101,925 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 96,758 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to wear indicator (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Fail 6 Sep 2021 96,758 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to wear indicator (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 91,811 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 86,322 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 80,432 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 74,374 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 65,409 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 63,907 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 58,181 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 54,094 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jun 2013 47,308 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear brake pads are @ 60% worn

Pass 22 Jun 2012 32,324 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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DN09 ZFW is a 2009 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DN09 ZFW, 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.

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What year was DN09 ZFW registered?

DN09 ZFW is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 27 June 2009.

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