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FE59 SXU

2009 BMW 116

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,316 mi
Last recorded85,316 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE59 SXU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 85,316 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + worn. Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 80,026 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2025 80,021 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 76,757 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 71,407 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 65,432 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 62,691 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 60,537 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front arm, front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front arm, front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 54,077 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 54,077 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 48,752 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2016 43,761 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 40,355 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 38,491 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Sep 2013 36,174 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 33,735 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 SXU is a 2009 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FE59 SXU, 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 FE59 SXU?

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What year was FE59 SXU registered?

FE59 SXU is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 10 September 2009.

Is FE59 SXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE59 SXU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FE59 SXU have outstanding finance?

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