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DN52 SJN

2009 BMW 116

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,901 mi
Last recorded66,901 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN52 SJN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 17 Sep 2025 66,901 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 63,450 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 60,035 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 56,460 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 52,435 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 49,894 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 46,890 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 41,465 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 36,122 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 30,135 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 24,556 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 18,896 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 12,659 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 7,094 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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DN52 SJN is a 2009 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DN52 SJN, 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 DN52 SJN?

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What year was DN52 SJN registered?

DN52 SJN is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 11 September 2009.

Is DN52 SJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN52 SJN shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DN52 SJN have outstanding finance?

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