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EA09 VJN

2009 BMW 116

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

69,333 mi
Last recorded69,333 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA09 VJN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 69,333 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2025 64,712 miles

Child seat fitted

Pass 17 May 2024 56,094 miles
Fail 16 May 2024 56,057 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 19 May 2023 48,980 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2022 40,670 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 37,683 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective blade split (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective blade split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 35,673 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 34,565 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 33,818 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 32,710 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 32,710 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 12 May 2016 31,009 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 29,050 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 26,645 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 22,629 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 18,559 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 May 2012 18,435 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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EA09 VJN is a 2009 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EA09 VJN, 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 EA09 VJN registered?

EA09 VJN is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 29 May 2009.

Is EA09 VJN safe to buy?

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