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EK09 HFF

2009 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

101,609 mi
Last recorded101,609 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK09 HFF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 101,609 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four brake discs are pitted and corroded from standing idle but work efficiently and are servicable (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Damp around collar but not excessively (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 100,361 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 97,821 miles

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

Offside Rear Park brake has low effort which may indicate need for adjustment or repair but meets mot requirements

Fail 23 Oct 2023 97,818 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Park brake has low effort which may indicate need for adjustment or repair but meets mot requirements

Pass 26 Sep 2022 91,742 miles

Exhaust flexi deteriorated but is gas tight and secure

Fail 26 Sep 2022 91,742 miles

Exhaust flexi deteriorated but is gas tight and secure

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Reservoir empty (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 85,519 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread out of shape on shoulder indicating early signs of structure failing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 78,768 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 76,293 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 70,664 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 70,664 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 62,131 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 54,755 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 50,711 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 42,563 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2013 29,602 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)

both front tyres outter edges low

Pass 31 May 2012 22,144 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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EK09 HFF is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 EK09 HFF, 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 EK09 HFF registered?

EK09 HFF is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 2 June 2009.

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