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FV09 NRE

2009 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

61,278 mi
Last recorded61,278 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2020
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV09 NRE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2020 61,278 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 57,654 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated front offside & nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring some components

slight damage to front nearside bumper / headlight

Pass 29 Jun 2018 53,322 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 28 Jun 2018 53,317 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 20 Jun 2017 49,212 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring some components

rear offside & nearside tyres cracking & deteriorating

Pass 10 Jun 2016 44,365 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 38,689 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jun 2014 32,303 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 27,667 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jul 2012 22,344 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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FV09 NRE is a 2009 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 NRE, 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 FV09 NRE registered?

FV09 NRE is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is FV09 NRE safe to buy?

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