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GL09 NUV

2009 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

84,706 mi
Last recorded84,706 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL09 NUV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 84,706 miles

Nearside Reverse light not working

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2025 83,072 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 81,637 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2024 81,637 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2023 79,847 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2023 79,847 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 78,241 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 76,477 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 74,731 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 73,370 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 69,947 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 62,722 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2016 51,325 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

under trays fitted covering some suspension parts.

Pass 21 Sep 2015 42,346 miles

all four tyres have cracking to the tread area

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Sep 2014 34,593 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 108,662 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Aug 2012 19,830 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside front tyre worn on outer edge

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

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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GL09 NUV is a 2009 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 GL09 NUV, 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 GL09 NUV registered?

GL09 NUV is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 13 August 2009.

Is GL09 NUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL09 NUV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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