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AV59 UPH

2009 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

83,045 mi
Last recorded83,045 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV59 UPH
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 83,045 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2025 83,044 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Within Tred / Cords Visable (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 77,893 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2024 77,892 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2023 69,906 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 65,710 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 60,433 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2020 57,021 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 50,475 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 40,972 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 35,443 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 30,113 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 30,030 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/50/17 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 May 2014 21,823 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2013 12,157 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Nov 2012 11,079 miles

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 UPH is a 2009 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 UPH, 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 UPH registered?

AV59 UPH is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 26 November 2009.

Is AV59 UPH safe to buy?

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