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WM09 EJG

2009 BMW 116

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

128,244 mi
Last recorded128,244 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM09 EJG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 128,244 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 1 Dec 2025 128,242 miles

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

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2024 121,421 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 19 Dec 2024 121,420 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 111,806 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2023 111,805 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak n/s o/s (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 105,724 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 99,578 miles

both rear tyres just legal

Pass 17 Oct 2020 91,705 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 83,886 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 76,175 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge PLUS CRACKING BETWEEN TREAD (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge PLUS CRACKING BETWEEN TREAD (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 68,475 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 61,433 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 55,343 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2014 20,702 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 40,720 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 37,972 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 35,339 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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WM09 EJG is a 2009 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WM09 EJG, 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

How do I check the history of WM09 EJG?

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What year was WM09 EJG registered?

WM09 EJG is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 7 August 2009.

Is WM09 EJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM09 EJG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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