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WR09 VYA

2009 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

91,194 mi
Last recorded91,194 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR09 VYA
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2023 91,194 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 84,821 miles

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

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 79,436 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 74,280 miles

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

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 21 Oct 2020 74,280 miles

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

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2019 65,998 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 59,519 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 5 May 2017 53,453 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 53,453 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 May 2016 48,456 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2015 41,941 miles

nsf tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 17 May 2014 35,737 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2013 29,033 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2012 21,499 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

outside of n/s/front tyre on 3mm

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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WR09 VYA is a 2009 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WR09 VYA, 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 WR09 VYA registered?

WR09 VYA is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 21 May 2009.

Is WR09 VYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR09 VYA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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