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CY59 DLN

2009 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

134,469 mi
Last recorded134,469 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY59 DLN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 134,469 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2025 134,467 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2024 127,898 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front arm inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2023 120,779 miles

Under Trays Fitted

Engine Covers Fitted

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

Pass 1 Nov 2022 115,037 miles

under trays fitted

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

emissions plate unreadable

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Oct 2021 109,630 miles

Engine covers fitted

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50/17 below 3.00mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Under trays fitted

Fail 26 Oct 2021 109,630 miles

Engine covers fitted

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50/17 below 3.00mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Under trays fitted

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 103,102 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Nov 2019 95,724 miles

Engine Covers Fitted

Exhaust flexi deteriorated

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Under Trays Fitted

Fail 4 Nov 2019 95,710 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak dpf sensor pipe missing (8.2.2.1 (b))

Engine Covers Fitted

Exhaust flexi deteriorated

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Under Trays Fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2018 88,549 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 80,755 miles

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

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine bay covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Oct 2016 73,276 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 68,541 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 57,922 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 49,738 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)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2012 38,392 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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CY59 DLN is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 CY59 DLN, 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 CY59 DLN registered?

CY59 DLN is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 10 November 2009.

Is CY59 DLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY59 DLN shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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