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DX09 UKA

2009 BMW 116

Silver Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

123,397 mi
Last recorded123,397 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX09 UKA
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2023 123,397 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 112,959 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

general under body rust

under trays fitted

Fail 9 Sep 2022 112,948 miles

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak flaxi (8.2.2.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

general under body rust

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2021 100,389 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (1.6 (e))

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

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear both (4.7.1 (a))

Fail 4 Mar 2021 100,389 miles

Brake hose excessively deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (1.6 (e))

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

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear both (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 88,650 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 76,236 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 62,811 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2017 51,541 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 37,175 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 25,680 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 25,467 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 24,694 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 23,346 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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DX09 UKA is a 2009 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc diesel 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 DX09 UKA, 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 DX09 UKA registered?

DX09 UKA is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 25 March 2009.

Is DX09 UKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX09 UKA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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