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AG59 SFO

2009 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

143,869 mi
Last recorded143,869 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG59 SFO
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 143,869 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 138,049 miles

Front exhaust flexi joint weak

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres approx' 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 122,244 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2023 122,244 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2022 100,249 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2022 100,240 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2021 78,098 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2020 67,180 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 62,376 miles

Nearside Rear Sill Damaged

Pass 23 Nov 2018 55,250 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2018 55,250 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2017 49,887 miles

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

front brake pads getting low

Pass 16 Nov 2016 43,894 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2015 38,075 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1,6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 32,231 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2013 27,500 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 21,481 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)

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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AG59 SFO is a 2009 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 AG59 SFO, 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 AG59 SFO registered?

AG59 SFO is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is AG59 SFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG59 SFO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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