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GK59 OTR

2009 BMW 116

White Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

90,471 mi
Last recorded90,471 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK59 OTR
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 90,471 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2024 83,414 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2023 74,908 miles

O/S/R TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE

Pass 7 Oct 2022 67,580 miles

Exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated / worn

Fail 7 Oct 2022 67,577 miles

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

Exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated / worn

Pass 17 Sep 2021 59,361 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 54,848 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2020 54,848 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Sep 2019 52,021 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 48,638 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 46,421 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 43,318 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 43,307 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 40,151 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 36,113 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 33,951 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 31,423 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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GK59 OTR is a 2009 BMW 116 in White with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GK59 OTR, 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 GK59 OTR registered?

GK59 OTR is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is GK59 OTR safe to buy?

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