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FY59 DYB

2009 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,238 mi
Last recorded83,238 miles
Recorded on21 May 2016
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY59 DYB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2016 83,238 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 21 May 2015 58,469 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 May 2014 36,598 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 36,593 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 25,037 miles

front brake pads worn low

rear brake pads worn low

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 DYB is a 2009 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2009 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 66,980 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 FY59 DYB, 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 FY59 DYB?

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What year was FY59 DYB registered?

FY59 DYB is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is FY59 DYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY59 DYB shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FY59 DYB have outstanding finance?

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