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GV59 HWX

2009 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

126,848 mi
Last recorded126,848 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV59 HWX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2022 126,848 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 120,805 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 110,462 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2020 110,462 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2019 99,480 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 88,637 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 76,879 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 65,025 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 53,394 miles

Offside Rear brake slight bind

Pass 14 Nov 2014 42,439 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 33,047 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Nov 2013 33,047 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 23,761 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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GV59 HWX is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 GV59 HWX, 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 GV59 HWX registered?

GV59 HWX is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is GV59 HWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV59 HWX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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