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WF09 LPE

2009 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

110,568 mi
Last recorded110,568 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF09 LPE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 110,568 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2026 110,447 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 104,856 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 97,005 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 90,460 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 83,061 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 72,060 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2020 72,060 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 65,858 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Oct 2019 65,858 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 63,343 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 63,280 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Apr 2018 57,540 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 13 Apr 2017 53,377 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 53,377 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 48,882 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 44,217 miles

both rear tyres worn on edges

Fail 21 Apr 2015 44,212 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres worn on edges

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 38,766 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 33,081 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 26,109 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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WF09 LPE is a 2009 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WF09 LPE, 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 WF09 LPE registered?

WF09 LPE is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 18 April 2009.

Is WF09 LPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF09 LPE shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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