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SV09 ZVN

2009 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

68,798 mi
Last recorded68,798 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV09 ZVN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2024 68,798 miles

rear differential oil leaking

Fail 9 Sep 2024 68,978 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

rear differential oil leaking

Pass 11 Nov 2022 53,750 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 48,549 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 43,467 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Nov 2019 39,928 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2018 34,933 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2017 30,489 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2016 26,916 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt

Pass 29 Sep 2015 24,521 miles

engine cover fitted obscuring some components

undertray fitted obscuring most components

Fail 29 Sep 2015 24,521 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine cover fitted obscuring some components

undertray fitted obscuring most components

Pass 27 Sep 2014 21,117 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2014 21,117 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 18,477 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2013 14,547 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 11,231 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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SV09 ZVN 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 81.3%.

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 SV09 ZVN, 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 SV09 ZVN registered?

SV09 ZVN is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 20 May 2009.

Is SV09 ZVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV09 ZVN shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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