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HV59 FYA

2009 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

32,618 mi
Last recorded32,618 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV59 FYA
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 32,618 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 31,253 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 29,948 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 28,375 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 26,481 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2021 26,474 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. all (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 25,046 miles

Both rear tyres have outer side wall cracking

Offside Front Tyre has tread and outer side wall damage

Pass 14 Aug 2019 24,253 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 23,631 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 22,822 miles

Rear wiper blade missing

damage tyre sidewalls

stone cuts tyre treads

Pass 20 Sep 2016 22,330 miles

deterioration tyre sidewalls

stone cuts tyre treads

Pass 8 Sep 2015 21,290 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 21,290 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 20,008 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage tyre sidewalls.

damage wheel rims.

stone cuts tyre treads.

Pass 3 Sep 2013 18,028 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage tyre sidewalls.

damage wheel rims.

Pass 5 Sep 2012 15,007 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage wheel rims.

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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HV59 FYA is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HV59 FYA, 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 HV59 FYA registered?

HV59 FYA is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 23 September 2009.

Is HV59 FYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV59 FYA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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