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FL59 XMU

2009 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

142,825 mi
Last recorded142,825 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL59 XMU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 142,825 miles

Nearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive adjacent to nearside front lower suspension arm (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking around the inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2024 135,084 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 126,579 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 122,796 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 120,103 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 118,903 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 118,049 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2019 118,004 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Nov 2018 116,462 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 114,688 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 112,527 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 111,066 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 111,064 miles

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 87,660 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 69,907 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 24 Sep 2012 52,263 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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FL59 XMU is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black 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 FL59 XMU, 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 FL59 XMU registered?

FL59 XMU is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 24 September 2009.

Is FL59 XMU safe to buy?

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