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FL09 KXM

2009 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,048 mi
Last recorded85,048 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL09 KXM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 85,048 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2025 85,048 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2025 85,044 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 84,467 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 82,641 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 78,145 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 72,001 miles

Nearside Front wing damaged

Fail 18 Aug 2021 71,923 miles

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front wing damaged

Pass 4 Sep 2020 65,015 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 64,086 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2020 64,086 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 59,829 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 53,511 miles

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 1 Mar 2018 53,509 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 22 Feb 2017 47,685 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn very heavily on both edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 42,544 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 38,147 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 35,450 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 32,621 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 25,916 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 KXM is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol 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 FL09 KXM, 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

How do I check the history of FL09 KXM?

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What year was FL09 KXM registered?

FL09 KXM is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 16 March 2009.

Is FL09 KXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL09 KXM shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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