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BN59 HXG

2009 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

72,144 mi
Last recorded72,144 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 HXG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2024 72,144 miles

slight play in offside rear upper suspension arm upper rose joint

Pass 26 Oct 2023 67,914 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 62,348 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 53,703 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 52,615 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2021 52,615 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2020 52,132 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 50,850 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 49,175 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 46,220 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 42,048 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 39,541 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 354,495 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jul 2014 354,495 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jul 2013 31,855 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jul 2012 27,592 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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BN59 HXG is a 2009 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,598cc 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 BN59 HXG, 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

How do I check the history of BN59 HXG?

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What year was BN59 HXG registered?

BN59 HXG is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 8 September 2009.

Is BN59 HXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN59 HXG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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