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FP09 PFU

2009 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

119,333 mi
Last recorded119,333 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP09 PFU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 119,333 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2024 111,959 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2024 111,825 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure flexi snapped from cat (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jan 2024 107,164 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2024 107,164 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2023 107,123 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 104,012 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2022 104,012 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 94,265 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 85,847 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 78,173 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 71,286 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 64,365 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 57,660 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 49,029 miles
Fail 25 May 2015 48,975 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jun 2014 39,778 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jun 2013 30,836 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 22,516 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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FP09 PFU is a 2009 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FP09 PFU, 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 FP09 PFU registered?

FP09 PFU is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 19 June 2009.

Is FP09 PFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP09 PFU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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