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DV09 EBZ

2009 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

91,901 mi
Last recorded91,901 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV09 EBZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2023 91,901 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under body has surface rust

Pass 6 May 2022 87,996 miles
Fail 6 May 2022 87,996 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 May 2021 83,460 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 79,263 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 70,072 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 58,871 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 49,608 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 41,299 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2015 33,604 miles

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

Undertrays fitted

Fail 1 Oct 2015 33,604 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Sep 2014 27,666 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Sep 2013 19,782 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2012 13,490 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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DV09 EBZ is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DV09 EBZ, 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 DV09 EBZ registered?

DV09 EBZ is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 17 April 2009.

Is DV09 EBZ safe to buy?

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