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FL59 HRE

2009 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

150,280 mi
Last recorded150,280 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL59 HRE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 150,280 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 141,800 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2023 130,355 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 123,481 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 114,141 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2021 114,138 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2020 106,420 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 93,857 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 85,364 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2017 75,732 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 59,437 miles

Both front tyres have cuts in the tred. almost to the cords

Both front tyres have raised edges which are worn

Brake pad warning light is on the dash

Engine covers and undertrays fitted.

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

Pass 22 Sep 2014 52,206 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Sep 2013 43,396 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 30,986 miles

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

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

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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FL59 HRE is a 2009 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 FL59 HRE, 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 FL59 HRE registered?

FL59 HRE is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 16 September 2009.

Is FL59 HRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL59 HRE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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