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GL09 VUK

2009 BMW 116

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

61,762 mi
Last recorded61,762 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL09 VUK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2021 61,762 miles

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Jan 2020 57,243 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes greased at fittings (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 52,517 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped in upper corner (3.2 (a) (i))

handbrake lever travel high

wipers slightly poor / judder

Pass 10 Jan 2018 47,438 miles

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

Offside Front tyre wearing edges

Rear both tyres wearing inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

handbrake lever travel slightly high

undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Jan 2017 42,322 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre cracking/wearing inner edge

Offside Front tyre cracking/wearing outer edge

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

minor lip front brake discs

Pass 15 Jan 2016 38,407 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 35,740 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 35,739 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2014 28,227 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 22,954 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 18,595 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 VUK is a 2009 BMW 116 in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VUK, 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 VUK registered?

GL09 VUK is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 31 July 2009.

Is GL09 VUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL09 VUK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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