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FL59 HRM

2009 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

97,142 mi
Last recorded97,142 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL59 HRM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 97,142 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 91,127 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 86,361 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 83,523 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 77,581 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2021 70,587 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 69,002 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 64,454 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 58,794 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 53,644 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 48,802 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 42,908 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 41,322 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2013 32,972 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 24,900 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 24,900 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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 HRM is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 HRM, 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 FL59 HRM?

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What year was FL59 HRM registered?

FL59 HRM is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 18 September 2009.

Is FL59 HRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL59 HRM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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