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FY59 EAE

2009 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

189,763 mi
Last recorded189,763 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY59 EAE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2023 189,763 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 172,612 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front and rear (5.2.3 (e))

parking brake limit just met

Pass 11 Nov 2021 162,010 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 146,202 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 130,588 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2019 130,588 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 121,776 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2018 121,776 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2017 115,818 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 114,294 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 105,860 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 105,860 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2015 85,242 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 81,663 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 Jan 2013 70,232 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Oct 2012 70,227 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 EAE is a 2009 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FY59 EAE, 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 EAE registered?

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

Is FY59 EAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY59 EAE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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