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FD09 KDJ

2009 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,969 mi
Last recorded67,969 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD09 KDJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 67,969 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2026 67,969 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2025 72,764 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2025 72,762 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 62,019 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 Jun 2024 62,019 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 58,629 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2023 58,627 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2022 56,459 miles
Fail 27 May 2022 56,459 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2021 54,419 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 52,479 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 49,291 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 44,963 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2017 41,812 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 May 2016 38,418 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2015 34,747 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 29,999 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 24,323 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 18,886 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 KDJ is a 2009 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KDJ, 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 KDJ registered?

FD09 KDJ is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 25 June 2009.

Is FD09 KDJ safe to buy?

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