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DE59 CXY

2009 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

97,914 mi
Last recorded97,914 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE59 CXY
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 97,914 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2024 94,359 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2024 94,335 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 88,952 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2022 83,416 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 76,107 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 73,516 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 70,729 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 67,931 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 65,319 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 5 Sep 2016 62,648 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 56,793 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 49,777 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 41,378 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 41,260 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 31,026 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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DE59 CXY is a 2009 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel 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 DE59 CXY, 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.

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What year was DE59 CXY registered?

DE59 CXY is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is DE59 CXY safe to buy?

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