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DG59 PNV

2009 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

70,609 mi
Last recorded70,609 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG59 PNV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 70,609 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fuel cap Seal deteriorated

Nearside Rear Parking brake only just meets specifications

Fail 19 Feb 2026 70,609 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fuel cap Seal deteriorated

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake only just meets specifications

Pass 17 Feb 2025 58,910 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 48,711 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2023 43,145 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 37,612 miles

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

Offside Front 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))

parking brake efficiency just met adjustment or repair may be necessary

Fail 18 Feb 2022 37,611 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front 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))

parking brake efficiency just met adjustment or repair may be necessary

Pass 18 Feb 2021 35,384 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2021 35,384 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 21 Feb 2020 34,784 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

undertrays fitted

Fail 20 Feb 2020 34,784 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Jan 2019 29,809 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 22,266 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 17,265 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 12,284 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 7,520 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 16 Sep 2013 4,118 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 3,091 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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DG59 PNV is a 2009 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DG59 PNV, 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 DG59 PNV registered?

DG59 PNV is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 22 September 2009.

Is DG59 PNV safe to buy?

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