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EK59 XBX

2009 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

58,197 mi
Last recorded58,197 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2020
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK59 XBX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2020 58,197 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 53,357 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2018 49,644 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 43,994 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 43,994 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 39,650 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 35,307 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 30,929 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Sep 2013 26,217 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

near side front tyre slight worn outer edge

Pass 19 Sep 2012 21,266 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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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EK59 XBX is a 2009 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 EK59 XBX, 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 EK59 XBX registered?

EK59 XBX is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 29 September 2009.

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