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FE59 CXC

2009 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,406 mi
Last recorded97,406 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE59 CXC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2022 97,406 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 89,721 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

rear suspension mountings, arms, area, frame has corrosion

Fail 2 Dec 2021 89,721 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

rear suspension mountings, arms, area, frame has corrosion

Pass 18 Mar 2021 85,956 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2021 85,955 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 84,273 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 75,078 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 66,078 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside front tyre perished

Pass 1 Feb 2017 57,442 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Feb 2016 49,155 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 49,155 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 39,183 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 35,886 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 28,738 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 22,250 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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FE59 CXC is a 2009 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2009 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 66,980 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 FE59 CXC, 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.

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What year was FE59 CXC registered?

FE59 CXC is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is FE59 CXC safe to buy?

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