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FY59 DXJ

2009 BMW 116

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

109,183 mi
Last recorded109,183 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY59 DXJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 109,183 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2024 105,063 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 97,908 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge void of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 90,459 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2022 90,549 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2021 82,479 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 73,668 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 73,668 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 67,760 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2019 67,760 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Reversing lamp inoperative Both rear (4.6.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tyre cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Reversing lamps inoperative

Pass 13 Apr 2018 61,624 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 61,624 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 49,664 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2016 39,028 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 29,065 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 23,200 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 11,139 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 8,664 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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FY59 DXJ is a 2009 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FY59 DXJ, 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 FY59 DXJ registered?

FY59 DXJ is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 10 September 2009.

Is FY59 DXJ safe to buy?

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