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FG09 ZTB

2009 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

106,171 mi
Last recorded106,171 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG09 ZTB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 106,171 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 99,062 miles

Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH ! Top suspension arm inner bushes have movement in them (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2018 98,918 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective Dummy push in cap fitted (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut in outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1mm on outer edge and 4mm over 3/4 of the tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY ! BALD ! On inner edge and BALD ! On outer edge and 2mm over 3/4 of the tread DANGEROUS! (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH ! Top suspension arm inner bushes have movement in them (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Tyre size 195/55 VR16

Pass 22 Sep 2016 82,576 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 75,956 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2014 55,547 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 35,848 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 25,319 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 25,319 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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 ZTB is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FG09 ZTB, 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 FG09 ZTB registered?

FG09 ZTB is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 19 June 2009.

Is FG09 ZTB safe to buy?

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