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GF09 TDU

2009 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

113,906 mi
Last recorded113,906 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF09 TDU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2019 113,906 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 100,436 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 78,850 miles

under tray fitted

Fail 9 May 2017 78,846 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

under tray fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2016 131,303 miles

Engine covers and Undertrays present.

Nearside Front Tyre worn on outer edge.

Offside Front Tyre worn on inner and outer edges.

Pass 9 Jul 2015 115,298 miles

Both rear tyres badly worn at inner edge.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 3 Jul 2015 114,972 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Both rear tyres badly worn at inner edge.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 100,628 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 May 2013 75,753 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 55,927 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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GF09 TDU is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2009 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 66,980 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 GF09 TDU, 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 GF09 TDU registered?

GF09 TDU is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 25 June 2009.

Is GF09 TDU safe to buy?

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