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AV59 GWK

2009 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2025
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

113,974 mi
Last recorded113,974 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV59 GWK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2024 113,974 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant on under tray (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2024 113,974 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant on under tray (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 101,883 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 30 Aug 2023 101,883 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced nsr lower lamp + os number plate lamp (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2022 95,967 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Lower lamp inop (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge and on 3mm - Advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3mm - Advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Aug 2022 95,967 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))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Lower lamp inop (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge and on 3mm - Advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3mm - Advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 91,532 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outside edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.00mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outside edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Aug 2021 91,531 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Control arm inner joint. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outside edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.00mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outside edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 76,792 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2020 76,791 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2019 70,707 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2019 70,707 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps LED (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2018 64,731 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Apr 2017 60,953 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 53,716 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 53,712 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 May 2015 45,008 miles

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 7 May 2014 38,850 miles

rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 16 May 2013 30,790 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 22,215 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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AV59 GWK is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 AV59 GWK, 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.

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What year was AV59 GWK registered?

AV59 GWK is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 28 September 2009.

Is AV59 GWK safe to buy?

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