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AV59 KWJ

2009 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

93,460 mi
Last recorded93,460 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV59 KWJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 93,460 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 91,671 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 89,849 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 87,080 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 84,166 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2020 78,591 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 9 May 2019 68,458 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 60,484 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 52,630 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 48,103 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 42,156 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Aug 2015 42,156 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Aug 2014 35,882 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Aug 2013 28,700 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Sep 2012 23,485 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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 KWJ is a 2009 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 KWJ, 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 KWJ registered?

AV59 KWJ is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is AV59 KWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV59 KWJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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