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EX59 FDG

2009 BMW 116

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

107,810 mi
Last recorded107,810 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX59 FDG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2024 107,810 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test Sat nav placed on passenger seat (3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 103,404 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 24 Nov 2023 103,349 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 99,779 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 95,108 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 92,124 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2020 92,122 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2019 86,983 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2019 86,967 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 83,226 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 81,561 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 77,960 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 73,191 miles

Both front tyre treads wearing on outer shoulders

Pass 17 Sep 2014 67,174 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Sep 2013 48,535 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 38,553 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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EX59 FDG is a 2009 BMW 116 in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EX59 FDG, 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

How do I check the history of EX59 FDG?

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What year was EX59 FDG registered?

EX59 FDG is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 16 September 2009.

Is EX59 FDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX59 FDG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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