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AC59 KJC

2009 BMW 116

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

112,092 mi
Last recorded112,092 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC59 KJC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2025 112,092 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both inner rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 105,878 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2023 101,402 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear suspension bushes worn and components corroded

Fail 1 Apr 2023 101,402 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear suspension bushes worn and components corroded

Pass 4 Apr 2022 97,638 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear subframe sprayed with protective paint

Pass 30 Mar 2021 93,579 miles

rear suspension/subframe corroded

Pass 25 Nov 2020 92,452 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides pipe flexi join to wheel cylinder - corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides chassis legs/inner sill/under floor areas corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear axle corroded - especially at body mount areas

Pass 2 Dec 2019 88,619 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 83,871 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 74,561 miles

ABS ring on drive shafts slightly marked/scuffed

DPF flexi deteriorated/splitting

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

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

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

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

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

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

under-tray/covers fitted

Pass 6 Dec 2016 52,365 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 48,754 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2015 41,671 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2014 35,433 miles

nsr tyre has cut in wall and close to limit

Pass 21 Mar 2013 28,276 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 25,890 miles

nearside & offside front tyres wearing on outside edges

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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AC59 KJC is a 2009 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AC59 KJC, 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 AC59 KJC registered?

AC59 KJC is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 20 November 2009.

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