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BV59 GJF

2009 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

128,110 mi
Last recorded128,110 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV59 GJF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 128,110 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule AS MARKED (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2025 121,784 miles

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner pin/bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jan 2025 121,784 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner pin/bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 116,199 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2023 105,173 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 97,384 miles

Nearside 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 29 Dec 2020 95,377 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer poor performance

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2020 92,515 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2018 86,605 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 82,943 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 75,438 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 69,599 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 64,668 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

diesal smoke to clean to be measured

Pass 21 Nov 2013 58,445 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 38,552 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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BV59 GJF is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel 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 BV59 GJF, 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 BV59 GJF registered?

BV59 GJF is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 15 September 2009.

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The MOT history for BV59 GJF 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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