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AK59 CYV

2009 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,826 mi
Last recorded54,826 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 CYV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 19 Feb 2026 54,826 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2025 53,619 miles

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively NEED ADJUSTMENT, JUST MEETING THE REQUIREMENT (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Rear ITEMS NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION OF ADULT SEAT BELTS

Rear WASHER ISN'T WORKING

Pass 5 Sep 2024 50,209 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 46,934 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 45,953 miles

STONE CHIP ON WINDSCREEN

Pass 1 Sep 2021 43,638 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 41,160 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 40,254 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 38,783 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 36,823 miles

Nearside Front tyre started to wear on outer edge

Pass 7 Sep 2016 34,708 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 30,282 miles

both rear tyres 3mm

Pass 12 Sep 2014 26,502 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 21,428 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Sep 2012 17,645 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AK59 CYV is a 2009 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AK59 CYV, 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 AK59 CYV registered?

AK59 CYV is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 18 September 2009.

Is AK59 CYV safe to buy?

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