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GV59 MYP

2009 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,473 mi
Last recorded111,473 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV59 MYP
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2023 111,473 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2023 111,473 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2022 107,273 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 100,566 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2020 93,608 miles

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

Fail 1 Dec 2020 93,608 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Dec 2019 86,194 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2019 86,194 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2018 77,100 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 77,100 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 68,741 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 59,370 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 47,548 miles

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

o/s/r brake binding

Pass 4 Dec 2014 38,554 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2013 27,836 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 19,494 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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GV59 MYP is a 2009 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GV59 MYP, 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 MYP registered?

GV59 MYP is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 17 December 2009.

Is GV59 MYP safe to buy?

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