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GU59 MKZ

2009 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

52,735 mi
Last recorded52,735 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 MKZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2024 52,735 miles

Rear exhaust bracket broken

Fail 22 Dec 2024 52,734 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 13 Dec 2023 36,702 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 35,869 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 32,749 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 29,239 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 24,567 miles

Offside headlamp reduced due to condensation inside lamp

Pass 25 May 2018 22,046 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2017 20,779 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 May 2016 19,138 miles

nearside and offside front tyres slight wear on outer edge

Fail 13 May 2016 19,138 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

nearside and offside front tyres slight wear on outer edge

Pass 7 May 2015 18,179 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 May 2014 15,976 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 13,206 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 MKZ is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GU59 MKZ, 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.

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What year was GU59 MKZ registered?

GU59 MKZ is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is GU59 MKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU59 MKZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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