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SP09 HWR

2009 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,519 mi
Last recorded88,519 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP09 HWR
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2026 88,519 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2025 84,288 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2024 83,400 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 81,198 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2022 78,212 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 28 Jun 2021 71,084 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 65,174 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 56,371 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 46,810 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 36,334 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 27,628 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2014 20,168 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 12,764 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 7,666 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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SP09 HWR is a 2009 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SP09 HWR, 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 SP09 HWR registered?

SP09 HWR is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 8 May 2009.

Is SP09 HWR safe to buy?

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