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GU59 MJF

2009 BMW 116

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

116,725 mi
Last recorded116,725 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 MJF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 116,725 miles

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

Windscreen has chipped but not adversely affecting driver's view

Pass 11 Dec 2024 111,607 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 106,938 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2023 104,017 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 95,617 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2022 95,617 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2021 92,090 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 86,019 miles

Nearside nearside door mirror damaged vision not impaired

Pass 7 Jun 2019 79,131 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2018 70,907 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2017 61,682 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 52,321 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 49,116 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Dec 2013 41,406 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 29,553 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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GU59 MJF 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 93.3%.

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 GU59 MJF, 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 GU59 MJF registered?

GU59 MJF is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 13 December 2009.

Is GU59 MJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU59 MJF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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