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GU59 MMX

2009 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

85,238 mi
Last recorded85,238 miles
Recorded on23 May 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 MMX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2022 85,238 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2021 79,358 miles

Nearside Front forward suspension arm ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated

fuel cap seal slightly perishing

oil leak egine area

x2 front tyres worn outer edges

Pass 9 Jun 2020 76,797 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 69,190 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 58,783 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))

both rear tyres perished

Pass 19 Jul 2017 56,102 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 53,214 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 50,303 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 46,310 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 41,157 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 41,157 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 32,337 miles

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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GU59 MMX is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol 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 GU59 MMX, 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 MMX registered?

GU59 MMX is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 11 September 2009.

Is GU59 MMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU59 MMX 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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