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GY59 GWF

2009 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

7,571 mi
Last recorded7,571 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY59 GWF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 7,571 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2025 7,458 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 7,224 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 6,970 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 6,707 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 6,475 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 6,274 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 5,940 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 5,650 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 5,322 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 5,055 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 4,939 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 4,726 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 4,722 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2013 4,342 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 3,683 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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GY59 GWF is a 2009 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GY59 GWF, 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 GY59 GWF registered?

GY59 GWF is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 9 October 2009.

Is GY59 GWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY59 GWF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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