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GV59 LBG

2009 BMW 316

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

152,212 mi
Last recorded152,212 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 316101,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV59 LBG
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2024 152,212 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 150,268 miles

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 146,464 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

light switch faulty.

Pass 19 Jan 2019 140,911 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2017 137,175 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 134,250 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 132,464 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 107,525 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight play in both rear wheels but not excessive

Fail 8 Nov 2013 107,521 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear discs are worn

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear pads are getting low

slight play in both rear wheels but not excessive

Pass 9 Nov 2012 70,470 miles

Front reg plate in poor condition

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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GV59 LBG is a 2009 BMW 316 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2009 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 101,854 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV59 LBG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV59 LBG registered?

GV59 LBG is a 2009 BMW 316, first registered on 4 December 2009.

Is GV59 LBG safe to buy?

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