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FG09 GVC

2009 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

102,625 mi
Last recorded102,625 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2018
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG09 GVC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2018 102,625 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2017 98,536 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 91,985 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 80,901 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 80,901 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 2 May 2014 63,588 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 2 May 2013 53,408 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake warning lamp indicates a fault

tyre pressure warning lamp indicates a fault (pre 2012 registered vehicle)

Pass 1 May 2012 38,917 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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FG09 GVC is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FG09 GVC, 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 FG09 GVC registered?

FG09 GVC is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is FG09 GVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG09 GVC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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