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FE59 SXR

2009 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

161,910 mi
Last recorded161,910 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE59 SXR
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 161,910 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2024 147,862 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 29 May 2024 147,862 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft likely to become detached all fixings loose 1 missing 1 incorrect fixing (6.1.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 May 2023 135,391 miles
Pass 22 May 2022 129,469 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 121,387 miles

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))

Fail 15 May 2021 121,188 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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 19 May 2020 117,519 miles
Fail 7 May 2020 117,506 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 May 2018 112,230 miles

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

undertrays fitted

Fail 25 May 2018 112,230 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 May 2017 97,733 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 80,898 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 62,840 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 43,507 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 43,453 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 32,572 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 19,792 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 19,752 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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FE59 SXR is a 2009 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SXR, 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 SXR registered?

FE59 SXR is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 3 September 2009.

Is FE59 SXR safe to buy?

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