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GF59 XZP

2009 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

147,532 mi
Last recorded147,532 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF59 XZP
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 147,532 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 144,156 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2025 143,776 miles

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 128,007 miles

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2024 128,007 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 118,820 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 113,065 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 108,549 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 4 Feb 2021 108,534 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 104,584 miles

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction SMALL DAMAGE VTO GLASS (3.1 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test FROM MIRROR ()

Nearside Rear Brake drum worn, but not excessively SLIGHT BINDING ON NEARSIDE PARK BRAKE (1.1.14 (a) (i))

PROP SHAFT REAR MTG SLIGHTLY SPILT

Fail 14 Feb 2020 104,580 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction SMALL DAMAGE VTO GLASS (3.1 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test FROM MIRROR ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake drum worn, but not excessively SLIGHT BINDING ON NEARSIDE PARK BRAKE (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

PROP SHAFT REAR MTG SLIGHTLY SPILT

Pass 20 Feb 2019 98,391 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 93,108 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2018 93,106 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 83,560 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2017 83,560 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2016 65,064 miles

brake pad wear warning light on dashboard

Pass 1 Mar 2015 50,487 miles

brake pad wear warning light on dashboard indicating a fault

Pass 21 Feb 2014 40,695 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 28,389 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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GF59 XZP is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XZP, 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 XZP registered?

GF59 XZP is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 27 November 2009.

Is GF59 XZP safe to buy?

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