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GF59 EYV

2009 BMW 116

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

114,175 mi
Last recorded114,175 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF59 EYV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2023 114,175 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 103,340 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2021 91,224 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2020 81,518 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 81,518 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Sep 2019 75,185 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 66,012 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))

Fail 10 Sep 2018 66,007 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 56,258 miles

covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2016 42,226 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 8 Sep 2015 31,784 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 24,169 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 20,825 miles

nearside front tyre cut outer sidewall

nearside rear tyre wearing inner + perrished

offside front tyre wearing outer edge + perrished

offside rear tyre perrishing

rear brake discs slightly worn

rear brake pads slightly worn

Pass 4 Dec 2012 16,007 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 4 Dec 2012 16,007 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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GF59 EYV is a 2009 BMW 116 in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 GF59 EYV, 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 GF59 EYV?

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What year was GF59 EYV registered?

GF59 EYV is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is GF59 EYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF59 EYV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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