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HJ59 LVX

2009 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

130,602 mi
Last recorded130,602 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ59 LVX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 130,602 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2026 130,602 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2024 130,318 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 116,626 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 97,767 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 81,859 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 66,328 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 50,772 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 46,388 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 May 2018 46,388 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2017 40,544 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing low on edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 May 2016 35,281 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 28,734 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2015 28,734 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 21,294 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2013 15,687 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2013 15,605 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 11,871 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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HJ59 LVX is a 2009 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 HJ59 LVX, 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 HJ59 LVX registered?

HJ59 LVX is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 11 September 2009.

Is HJ59 LVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ59 LVX shows 18 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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