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FD09 EXR

2009 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

68,564 mi
Last recorded68,564 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD09 EXR
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2021 68,564 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front face pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusted face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusted face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusted face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

back seats folded at time of test

Pass 29 Sep 2020 68,484 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 67,150 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 64,718 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 61,503 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 61,480 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive **** SEE PRINTOUT **** (7.3.D.3)

EM Light comes on during emissions test and engine runs in limp mode sporadically

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

light / surface corrosion to some underbody components

rear park brake noisy on application whilst being roller tested. Function not impaired at time of inspection

undercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items

Pass 3 Aug 2016 57,354 miles

Engine / component covers obscuring some components in the engine bay.

Light corrosion to all suspension components.

Under carriage trays and covers fitted obscuring some

Pass 19 Jun 2015 51,668 miles

Engine / component covers obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays / heat sheilds obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jun 2014 41,228 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 28,668 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

bulb indicator on dash (o/s reverse bulb not working)

n/s front lower steering arm close to tyre/wheel when on hard right lock

Fail 4 Jul 2013 28,668 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

bulb indicator on dash (o/s reverse bulb not working)

n/s front lower steering arm close to tyre/wheel when on hard right lock

Pass 28 Jun 2012 22,845 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)

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 EXR is a 2009 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 FD09 EXR, 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 FD09 EXR registered?

FD09 EXR is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 27 June 2009.

Is FD09 EXR safe to buy?

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