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DY59 VUO

2009 BMW 316

Black Diesel 1766cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

129,335 mi
Last recorded129,335 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 316101,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY59 VUO
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,766cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2021 129,335 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2021 129,335 miles

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

Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 118,227 miles

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

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

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

Fail 26 Nov 2020 118,227 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2019 113,463 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 107,120 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 7 Oct 2017 99,944 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 93,081 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 86,584 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 77,700 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 71,381 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 16 Aug 2013 71,381 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 21 Sep 2012 54,996 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 54,996 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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DY59 VUO is a 2009 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,766cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2009 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 101,854 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 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DY59 VUO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY59 VUO registered?

DY59 VUO is a 2009 BMW 316, first registered on 26 October 2009.

Is DY59 VUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY59 VUO shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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