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EG59 JJE

2009 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

100,644 mi
Last recorded100,644 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG59 JJE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 100,644 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2025 98,571 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 96,090 miles

Exhaust system is corroded and front flexi pipe is weak

Front brakes are worn

Nearside rear handbrake effort is 50% of the offside rear effort

Pass 28 Oct 2023 94,352 miles

Nearside rear hand brake effort 50% of offside rear

Pass 29 Oct 2022 91,250 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 87,391 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 83,233 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 78,720 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2019 78,720 miles

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 73,973 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 68,122 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 62,455 miles

engine covers fitted

under-trays fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2015 54,834 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 47,145 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 42,811 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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EG59 JJE is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol 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 EG59 JJE, 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 EG59 JJE registered?

EG59 JJE is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 22 September 2009.

Is EG59 JJE safe to buy?

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