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CK59 ZVU

2009 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

61,764 mi
Last recorded61,764 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK59 ZVU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 61,764 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2025 61,764 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Nov 2024 58,276 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 54,848 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 52,674 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 50,351 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 48,116 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 46,474 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 42,705 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 35,298 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 30,393 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 24,215 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 20,247 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 16,772 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 13,666 miles

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

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

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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CK59 ZVU is a 2009 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc 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 CK59 ZVU, 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 CK59 ZVU?

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What year was CK59 ZVU registered?

CK59 ZVU is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 29 November 2009.

Is CK59 ZVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CK59 ZVU 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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