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DN59 GGU

2009 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

171,393 mi
Last recorded171,393 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN59 GGU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2023 171,393 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity n/s and o/s (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 161,320 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output All lamps tinted, front and rear (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear 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))

Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view All side windows tinted (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 153,242 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 4 Feb 2021 153,242 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 8 Feb 2020 148,944 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 141,874 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 141,872 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Feb 2018 133,985 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 125,916 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 124,601 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 103,186 miles

both front tyres close to the limit

both rear tyres on 3mm

plastic under trays fitted

play in both rear suspension arms

Pass 29 Aug 2014 80,909 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 61,922 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 10 Dec 2012 61,279 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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DN59 GGU is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DN59 GGU, 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 DN59 GGU registered?

DN59 GGU is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 22 December 2009.

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