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GY09 VHF

2009 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

67,205 mi
Last recorded67,205 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY09 VHF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 67,205 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources dim (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 62,865 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 3 Feb 2024 58,207 miles

Offside Rear slight brake bind

Offside Rear tyre tread slightly perished and cracked

Pass 17 Jan 2023 58,097 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 57,519 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2022 57,519 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 57,402 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 56,694 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 54,775 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 53,357 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 49,601 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 44,726 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2015 44,726 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 37,862 miles

all 4 tyre perished and worn

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2013 28,085 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all four tyres perish and crack - not to cord

Pass 23 Apr 2012 21,883 miles

All four tyres starting to perish and crack

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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GY09 VHF is a 2009 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GY09 VHF, 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 GY09 VHF registered?

GY09 VHF is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 11 May 2009.

Is GY09 VHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY09 VHF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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