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EX09 MBU

2009 BMW 116

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

72,647 mi
Last recorded72,647 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

RegistrationEX09 MBU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 72,647 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 60,488 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 54,517 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 45,988 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 39,130 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 32,881 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2021 32,881 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 30,558 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 24,438 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 16,183 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 9,946 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 9,498 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 8,917 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Feb 2014 8,140 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 7,398 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 5,865 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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EX09 MBU is a 2009 BMW 116 in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 EX09 MBU, 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 EX09 MBU?

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What year was EX09 MBU registered?

EX09 MBU is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is EX09 MBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX09 MBU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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