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GL59 FTN

2009 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

98,581 mi
Last recorded98,581 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL59 FTN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2022 98,581 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 87,743 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 81,495 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 75,077 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2019 74,954 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2018 64,092 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 55,915 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 51,002 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 45,696 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 40,168 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 29,978 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 20,076 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)

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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GL59 FTN is a 2009 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GL59 FTN, 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 GL59 FTN registered?

GL59 FTN is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 5 December 2009.

Is GL59 FTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL59 FTN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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