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DN59 VUG

2009 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

130,861 mi
Last recorded130,861 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN59 VUG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 130,861 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2025 130,861 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 125,505 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 117,699 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 108,788 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 98,033 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 88,889 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 81,086 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 70,373 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 60,689 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 47,719 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 32,496 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 30,329 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Dec 2013 23,810 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 19,352 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 VUG is a 2009 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 VUG, 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

How do I check the history of DN59 VUG?

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What year was DN59 VUG registered?

DN59 VUG is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 29 December 2009.

Is DN59 VUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN59 VUG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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