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AK59 LSE

2009 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,097 mi
Last recorded80,097 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 LSE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2021 80,097 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 77,423 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2019 76,587 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 65,744 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 65,744 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 55,316 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2017 55,316 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 45,027 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Sep 2015 32,245 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 27,263 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 18,014 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 17,733 miles

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 LSE is a 2009 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LSE, 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

How do I check the history of AK59 LSE?

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What year was AK59 LSE registered?

AK59 LSE is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 11 September 2009.

Is AK59 LSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK59 LSE shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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