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GU59 MWA

2009 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

98,127 mi
Last recorded98,127 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2018
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2018 98,127 miles

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

play in both rear upper suspension arm bushes

Fail 28 Jun 2018 97,784 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

play in both rear upper suspension arm bushes

Pass 4 Jul 2017 84,562 miles

play in o/s/r upper suspension arm inner bush

Pass 2 Jul 2016 72,448 miles

slight play in the nearside rear suspension

Pass 29 Jun 2015 64,231 miles

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

both rear tyres wearing in center

Pass 4 Jul 2014 53,413 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 53,413 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2013 37,562 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Jun 2013 37,537 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Jun 2012 28,059 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jun 2012 28,059 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 MWA is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MWA, 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 MWA registered?

GU59 MWA is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 5 September 2009.

Is GU59 MWA safe to buy?

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