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FV59 OHU

2009 BMW 116

White Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,182 mi
Last recorded93,182 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV59 OHU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2025 93,182 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

surface rust on rear suspension components

Pass 12 Sep 2024 92,593 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 88,958 miles

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

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

n/s/r and o/s/r inner sills corroding

propshaft mounting cracking

rear number plate damaged

Pass 20 Jan 2023 81,377 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 72,207 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 64,612 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 31 Dec 2019 59,208 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

parking brake has little reserve travel

Pass 25 Jan 2019 53,610 miles

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

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Pass 24 Jan 2018 49,964 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 Jan 2017 44,839 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 39,089 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 34,224 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 28,625 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 22,359 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 OHU is a 2009 BMW 116 in White with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OHU, 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 FV59 OHU?

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What year was FV59 OHU registered?

FV59 OHU is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 23 December 2009.

Is FV59 OHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV59 OHU shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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