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FV09 GPY

2009 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

90,227 mi
Last recorded90,227 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV09 GPY
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2019 90,227 miles

Offside Rear tyre starting to near wear indicators

horn note poor

Pass 19 Dec 2017 84,519 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 79,720 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 68,295 miles

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

O/S/F tyre worn on outer edge

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 54,527 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 45,515 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear seats folded down

Fail 16 May 2013 45,515 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear seats folded down

Pass 29 May 2012 35,781 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FV09 GPY is a 2009 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel 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 FV09 GPY, 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 FV09 GPY registered?

FV09 GPY is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 29 May 2009.

Is FV09 GPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV09 GPY 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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