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DU59 UBM

2009 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,731 mi
Last recorded48,731 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2016
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU59 UBM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2016 48,731 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s,o/s (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s,o/s (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Feb 2015 47,075 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 42,980 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Apr 2013 37,408 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 37,408 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 31,551 miles

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

could not test rear adult seat belts due to baby seats fitted

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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DU59 UBM is a 2009 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DU59 UBM, 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 DU59 UBM registered?

DU59 UBM is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 17 September 2009.

Is DU59 UBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU59 UBM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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