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VN09 EEU

2009 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

52,382 mi
Last recorded52,382 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN09 EEU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 52,382 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2024 57,074 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 50,397 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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 1 Jul 2022 46,801 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2021 43,064 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 40,725 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 38,579 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 35,707 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 31,572 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 28,221 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 28,221 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 25,578 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 22,942 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 18,680 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 14,805 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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VN09 EEU 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 VN09 EEU, 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 VN09 EEU registered?

VN09 EEU is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 29 June 2009.

Is VN09 EEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN09 EEU 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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