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FJ59 NMU

2009 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

74,181 mi
Last recorded74,181 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ59 NMU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2024 74,181 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 71,157 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 67,161 miles
Fail 30 May 2022 67,154 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Apr 2021 62,734 miles

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

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 13 Apr 2021 62,734 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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 26 Feb 2020 59,473 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 53,596 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 Feb 2018 47,598 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 44,220 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 37,436 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 32,042 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 25,805 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 18,847 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

hand breke squeal when applied. suggest investigation

Pass 18 Sep 2012 13,058 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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FJ59 NMU is a 2009 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FJ59 NMU, 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 FJ59 NMU registered?

FJ59 NMU is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 1 October 2009.

Is FJ59 NMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ59 NMU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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