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VN09 FUJ

2009 BMW 116

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

97,775 mi
Last recorded97,775 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN09 FUJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 97,775 miles

condensation in n/s headlamp

Pass 14 Oct 2024 95,214 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 92,653 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 90,171 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 87,002 miles

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

undershields fitted restrict inspection

Pass 23 Oct 2020 80,432 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

undershields fitted

Pass 18 Jun 2019 70,257 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 65,576 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 60,199 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 60,199 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2016 54,467 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2015 48,825 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 20 Jun 2014 43,647 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 37,405 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 33,102 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 FUJ is a 2009 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel 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 FUJ, 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 FUJ registered?

VN09 FUJ is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is VN09 FUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN09 FUJ 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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