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EK59 ZSW

2009 BMW 116

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

94,498 mi
Last recorded94,498 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK59 ZSW
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2024 94,498 miles
Fail 23 May 2024 94,498 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2023 86,113 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under tray fitted

Pass 25 May 2022 81,296 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 76,181 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 72,455 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 64,096 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 51,818 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 43,245 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2017 43,216 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 37,273 miles

Nearside Rear reverse light not working

Pass 2 Apr 2015 27,848 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 21,372 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 18,468 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 16,849 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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EK59 ZSW is a 2009 BMW 116 in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 ZSW, 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 ZSW registered?

EK59 ZSW is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 9 December 2009.

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The MOT history for EK59 ZSW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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