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XKZ 2978

2009 BMW 116

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

121,369 mi
Last recorded121,369 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXKZ 2978
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2023 121,369 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2022 111,707 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 103,954 miles

covers fitted masking testable items

nearside front tyre has a cut to outer sidewall but not exposing the cords

Pass 10 Dec 2020 97,128 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all rear hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear outer hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

engine cover and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 10 Dec 2020 97,128 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all rear hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear outer hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

engine cover and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 12 Jun 2019 75,119 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 71,307 miles

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

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

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

signs of offside rear brake getting hot

Pass 6 Oct 2017 64,624 miles

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

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

Pass 6 Oct 2016 56,075 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 50,121 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 50,121 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 45,679 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 41,356 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2012 34,859 miles

exhaust emissions too low to obtain a metered reading

n/s/f tyre worn to 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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XKZ 2978 is a 2009 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc diesel 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 XKZ 2978, 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 XKZ 2978 registered?

XKZ 2978 is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 27 April 2009.

Is XKZ 2978 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XKZ 2978 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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