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FD09 XYU

2009 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

117,281 mi
Last recorded117,281 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 117,281 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 106,268 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

tpms light on

Pass 26 Jul 2023 93,534 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 84,825 miles

bad rattle from engine when reved

Pass 5 Oct 2021 77,463 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2021 77,463 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2020 67,705 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2019 62,112 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 58,252 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 26 Sep 2018 58,252 miles

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

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 12 Oct 2017 53,054 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 45,119 miles

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

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

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 11 Aug 2016 45,119 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Aug 2015 36,734 miles

Under-trays fitted.

Pass 28 Jul 2015 36,573 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 34,297 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 31,610 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 29,764 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 XYU is a 2009 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 XYU, 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 XYU registered?

FD09 XYU is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 23 July 2009.

Is FD09 XYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD09 XYU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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