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FV09 WDF

2009 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

144,381 mi
Last recorded144,381 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 144,381 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 142,793 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 139,953 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 137,127 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 134,631 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner 2055017 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner 2055017 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Nov 2021 134,631 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner 2055017 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner 2055017 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 131,792 miles

both number plate lamp dull

front number plate deteriorating

o/s headlamp condensating

o/s/f and n/s/f front lower suspension arms front bush slight play and weak

o/s/f headlamp pattern weak

slight play to o/s and n/s steering arms

Fail 2 Nov 2020 131,792 miles

Brake performance not tested unable to test foot brake due to leak (1.2.1 (g))

Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system n/s/r (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system o/s/r (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture n/s/r (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture o/s/r (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system n/s/r (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system o/s/r (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

o/s headlamp condensating

both number plate lamp dull

front number plate deteriorating

o/s/f and n/s/f front lower suspension arms front bush slight play and weak

o/s/f headlamp pattern weak

slight play to o/s and n/s steering arms

Pass 1 Nov 2019 127,364 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 119,814 miles

Both front tyres worn to edges

Fuel cap rubber perishing

Rear brake discs worn/liped

Rear brake pads worn low

o/s/f headlamp condensating

o/s/r shock damp

Fail 31 Oct 2018 119,813 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both front tyres worn to edges

Fuel cap rubber perishing

Rear brake discs worn/liped

Rear brake pads worn low

o/s/f and n/s/f brake discs worn/liped

o/s/f headlamp condensating

o/s/r shock damp

Pass 31 Oct 2017 109,037 miles

all front and rear brake discs worn corroding and lipped

front brake balance

front brake pads worn low

metal brake pipes starting to corrode

nearside front brake binding on slightly

offside and nearside front brake flexi hoses perishing and splitting

Fail 31 Oct 2017 109,037 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50X17 (4.1.E.1)

all front and rear brake discs worn corroding and lipped

front brake balance

front brake pads worn low

management lamp on

metal brake pipes starting to corrode

nearside front brake binding on slightly

offside and nearside front brake flexi hoses perishing and splitting

offside rear tyre worn low and perishing

Pass 31 Oct 2016 95,490 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 78,135 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2014 65,510 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 51,576 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Oct 2012 42,100 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 WDF is a 2009 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FV09 WDF, 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 WDF registered?

FV09 WDF is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 10 July 2009.

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