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FD09 AFA

2009 BMW 116

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

80,504 mi
Last recorded80,504 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD09 AFA
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2024 80,504 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 71,418 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 64,058 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 59,029 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 54,693 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 52,527 miles

ALL TYRES SLIGHT WEARING EDGES

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 49,056 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 47,368 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 38,823 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 12 Jun 2015 38,823 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 27,994 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 8 Jun 2013 20,582 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2012 14,919 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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FD09 AFA is a 2009 BMW 116 in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FD09 AFA, 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 FD09 AFA registered?

FD09 AFA is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 19 June 2009.

Is FD09 AFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD09 AFA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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