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GF59 HEU

2009 BMW 116

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

178,239 mi
Last recorded178,239 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF59 HEU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2023 178,239 miles

front nearside steering rack inner ball joint worn

Fail 3 Aug 2023 178,239 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

front nearside steering rack inner ball joint worn

Pass 10 Aug 2022 170,438 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 159,523 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 159,523 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 145,560 miles

nearside rear upper arm slight play

Pass 30 Jul 2019 128,862 miles

nearside rear upper arm slight play

rear brakes wearing

Pass 9 Aug 2018 111,816 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 97,179 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 83,710 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 66,653 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2015 66,653 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

front tyres smooth on inner edges

Pass 29 Jul 2014 50,394 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 34,405 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 26,390 miles

Rear 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 HEU is a 2009 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc diesel 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 HEU, 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 GF59 HEU registered?

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

Is GF59 HEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF59 HEU 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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