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AO59 WKU

2009 BMW 316

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,721 mi
Last recorded138,721 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 316101,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO59 WKU
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2019 138,721 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2019 138,721 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2018 127,012 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2018 127,012 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Dec 2017 112,312 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 93,733 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 79,274 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 65,267 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2014 65,267 miles

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

Fail 20 Dec 2013 51,638 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Dec 2013 51,638 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 39,622 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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AO59 WKU is a 2009 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 101,854 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 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO59 WKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO59 WKU registered?

AO59 WKU is a 2009 BMW 316, first registered on 9 December 2009.

Is AO59 WKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO59 WKU shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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