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DF59 CHJ

2009 BMW 116

White Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

98,805 mi
Last recorded98,805 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF59 CHJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2024 98,805 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2024 98,805 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2023 89,527 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 78,199 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 70,625 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 68,874 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And sidewall slightly damaged (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 62,777 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 57,727 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 52,300 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 47,490 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 42,647 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 36,998 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 30,539 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 25,927 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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DF59 CHJ is a 2009 BMW 116 in White with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DF59 CHJ, 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 DF59 CHJ registered?

DF59 CHJ is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 22 December 2009.

Is DF59 CHJ safe to buy?

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