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CX59 WVK

2009 BMW 316

Grey Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

148,711 mi
Last recorded148,711 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 316101,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX59 WVK
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 148,711 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 139,872 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 130,587 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil o/s and n/s (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2023 130,587 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil o/s and n/s (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 123,887 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 115,854 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 106,916 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2020 106,916 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Feb 2019 93,821 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2018 87,914 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Dec 2016 75,899 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2015 57,394 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 49,941 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 47,593 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 38,390 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Oct 2012 29,091 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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CX59 WVK is a 2009 BMW 316 in Grey with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 101,854 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CX59 WVK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CX59 WVK registered?

CX59 WVK is a 2009 BMW 316, first registered on 30 September 2009.

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The MOT history for CX59 WVK 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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