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KR09 VBC

2009 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

135,692 mi
Last recorded135,692 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR09 VBC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 135,692 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2024 129,048 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 120,611 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 110,522 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2021 102,971 miles

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Pass 20 Oct 2020 96,848 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 81,294 miles

Both front tyres starting wear on the outer edge

Pass 24 Apr 2018 68,807 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 68,807 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 59,474 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn on the outer edge

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

Pass 4 May 2016 54,602 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 49,481 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 44,353 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 39,648 miles

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

front tyres worn outer edges

Pass 20 Jun 2012 31,601 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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KR09 VBC is a 2009 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 KR09 VBC, 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 KR09 VBC registered?

KR09 VBC is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is KR09 VBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR09 VBC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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