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FV59 CWD

2009 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

76,497 mi
Last recorded76,497 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV59 CWD
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2021 76,497 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 71,105 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2018 62,989 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 22 Aug 2018 62,989 miles

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

Nearside Rear Reversing lamp does not emit a steady white light (4.6.2 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 49,508 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 38,100 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 35,840 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre are starting to split

Pass 1 Nov 2014 31,546 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 28,308 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 24,731 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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FV59 CWD is a 2009 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FV59 CWD, 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 FV59 CWD registered?

FV59 CWD is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 6 November 2009.

Is FV59 CWD safe to buy?

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