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MA59 ZLK

2009 BMW 316

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2024
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

128,984 mi
Last recorded128,984 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 316101,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA59 ZLK
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 13 Sep 2023 128,984 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 14 Sep 2022 121,448 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 110,017 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 105,126 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 100,525 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 99,056 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 97,972 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 85,456 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 697,249 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 56,852 miles

front brake discs are worn and brake pads are low

Pass 23 Sep 2013 46,070 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 38,303 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)

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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MA59 ZLK is a 2009 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 101,854 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MA59 ZLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MA59 ZLK registered?

MA59 ZLK is a 2009 BMW 316, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is MA59 ZLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA59 ZLK shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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