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EK59 ZTL

2009 BMW 116

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

131,513 mi
Last recorded131,513 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2023 131,513 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on outside edge--195/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearly bald on outside edge--195/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 124,411 miles

Brake pad warning light displayed on dash

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges--195/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges--195/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2021 118,550 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2020 114,090 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 111,198 miles

FACTORY FITTED ENGINE COVER/UNDER TRAY/FULLY PANELED UNDERSIDE

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear JACKING BLOCK MISSING

Nearside Rear TYRE -BADLY DETEROIRATED -OUTER WALL -195/55/16-87V

Offside Rear TYRE -DETEROIRATED OUTER WALL

Fail 5 Mar 2019 111,198 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid +UNABLE TO CHECK WIPER (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid +UNABLE TO CHECK WIPER BLADE (3.5 (a))

FACTORY FITTED ENGINE COVER/UNDER TRAY/FULLY PANELED UNDERSIDE

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear JACKING BLOCK MISSING

Nearside Rear TYRE -BADLY DETEROIRATED -OUTER WALL -195/55/16-87V

Offside Rear TYRE -DETEROIRATED OUTER WALL

Pass 2 Nov 2017 106,359 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES ARE DETEROIRATED

ENGINE COVER /UNDER TRAY FITTED

Nearside Front TYRE -BADLY DETEROIRATED OUTER WALL +WEARING OUTER EDGE

Nearside Rear JACKING BLOCK MISSING

Offside Front TYRE -BADLY DETEROIRATED ON OUTER WALL -WEARING OUTER EDGE

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 2 Nov 2017 106,359 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES ARE DETEROIRATED

ENGINE COVER /UNDER TRAY FITTED

Nearside Front TYRE -BADLY DETEROIRATED OUTER WALL +WEARING OUTER EDGE

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear JACKING BLOCK MISSING

Offside Front TYRE -BADLY DETEROIRATED ON OUTER WALL -WEARING OUTER EDGE

Offside Headlamp aim too low VERY (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 103,016 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge.

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 98,216 miles

both front tyres slight edge wear on outer edges

Pass 28 Oct 2014 89,436 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

n/s/r tyre minor damage to sidewall

small chips to windscreen

Pass 15 Oct 2013 69,832 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 51,499 miles

both rear tyre wear low.

rear brake disc pads - wear appear low.

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 ZTL is a 2009 BMW 116 in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 ZTL, 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 ZTL registered?

EK59 ZTL is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 17 November 2009.

Is EK59 ZTL safe to buy?

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