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GV59 MXU

2009 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

74,450 mi
Last recorded74,450 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2022 74,450 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 74,408 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 73,997 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 67,411 miles

OSR tyre is worn close to the legal limit

Fail 16 Mar 2018 67,411 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

OSR tyre is worn close to the legal limit

Pass 10 Mar 2017 59,066 miles

Both front tyres are worn close to the legal limit

Fail 10 Mar 2017 59,066 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Both front tyres are worn close to the legal limit

Rear brake discs worn

Pass 12 Apr 2016 52,130 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 43,802 miles

Nearside Rear 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 18 Feb 2014 37,759 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 30,904 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 30,903 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 MXU 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 83.3%.

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 MXU, 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

How do I check the history of GV59 MXU?

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What year was GV59 MXU registered?

GV59 MXU is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 12 December 2009.

Is GV59 MXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV59 MXU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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