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FL09 FFX

2009 BMW 116

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,374 mi
Last recorded142,374 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL09 FFX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2023 142,374 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 125,800 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 92W (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

engine cover fitted obscuring some engine bay components

undertray(s) fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Aug 2022 125,800 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 92W (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

engine cover fitted obscuring some engine bay components

undertray(s) fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Aug 2021 105,440 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2021 105,438 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 99,001 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 88,240 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2018 79,702 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 79,702 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure n/s and o/s inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 69,729 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 66,543 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 54,181 miles

Front Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 42,227 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

front registration plate becoming insecure

Pass 3 Aug 2013 30,805 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 20,535 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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FL09 FFX is a 2009 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2009 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 66,980 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 FL09 FFX, 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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FL09 FFX is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 25 August 2009.

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