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GV59 LXS

2009 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

125,572 mi
Last recorded125,572 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV59 LXS
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2024 125,572 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 119,803 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 111,082 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 103,673 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 91,352 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 80,571 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 71,135 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 65,645 miles

Engine bay and underside covers fitted.

Pass 28 Apr 2016 59,357 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 55,951 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted

Fail 24 Nov 2015 55,951 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 25 Nov 2014 47,680 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Nov 2014 47,680 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Nov 2013 38,316 miles

n/s/r tyre perishing

o/s/r tyre inner side wall cut

o/s/r tyre perishng

Pass 6 Dec 2012 29,466 miles

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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GV59 LXS is a 2009 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GV59 LXS, 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 GV59 LXS registered?

GV59 LXS is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 10 December 2009.

Is GV59 LXS safe to buy?

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