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FY59 UZM

2009 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

82,028 mi
Last recorded82,028 miles
Recorded on27 May 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY59 UZM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2021 82,028 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2020 81,376 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 75,208 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 68,778 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 61,248 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 54,047 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 47,468 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 47,468 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 41,478 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 22 Mar 2013 33,344 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 UZM is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel 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 FY59 UZM, 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 UZM?

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What year was FY59 UZM registered?

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

Is FY59 UZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY59 UZM shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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