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EF59 TYV

2009 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

39,154 mi
Last recorded39,154 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF59 TYV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 39,154 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Apr 2026 39,154 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2024 38,274 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view screen chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 37,507 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 36,889 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 36,708 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 36,170 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2020 36,169 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low reflector loose. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 35,453 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 33,228 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 30,996 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 28,473 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 25,653 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 22,737 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Dec 2013 19,164 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 14,681 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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EF59 TYV is a 2009 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EF59 TYV, 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

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What year was EF59 TYV registered?

EF59 TYV is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is EF59 TYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF59 TYV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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