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AV59 ECF

2009 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

47,621 mi
Last recorded47,621 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV59 ECF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 47,621 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2026 47,621 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 47,557 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Aug 2024 47,557 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 47,518 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 47,266 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 46,875 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 45,586 miles

covers fitted

hubcaps fitted

Pass 8 Aug 2019 43,038 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 36,720 miles

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

all tyres cracked/perished

Fail 17 Aug 2018 36,654 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

All Tyres Cracking/Perishing

Nsr Inner Brake pad low

Pass 7 Aug 2017 33,129 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 32,197 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 30,307 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 27,930 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic sill covers fitted.

Pass 12 Sep 2013 23,467 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2012

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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AV59 ECF is a 2009 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,995cc petrol 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 AV59 ECF, 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 AV59 ECF registered?

AV59 ECF is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 21 September 2009.

Is AV59 ECF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV59 ECF 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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