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VN09 FZK

2009 BMW 116

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

159,221 mi
Last recorded159,221 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN09 FZK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2023 159,221 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 155,639 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 146,210 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 139,111 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 124,888 miles

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

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2019 124,882 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 109,822 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 94,277 miles

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

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 79,934 miles

Offside Rear slight bind and pads worn significantly more than nearside

Pass 22 Jun 2015 65,087 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 54,135 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 24 Jun 2013 42,301 miles

front tyres wearing outside edges

Pass 13 Jun 2012 31,361 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 FZK is a 2009 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FZK, 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 FZK registered?

VN09 FZK is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 27 June 2009.

Is VN09 FZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN09 FZK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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