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NU59 UPK

2009 BMW 316

Black Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,199 mi
Last recorded105,199 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2013
Typical for 2009 BMW 316101,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU59 UPK
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2013 105,199 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 18 Oct 2012 81,261 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

sidewall damage to nearside front tyre

Pass 18 Oct 2012 81,261 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

sidewall damage to nearside front tyre

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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NU59 UPK is a 2009 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NU59 UPK, 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

How do I check the history of NU59 UPK?

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What year was NU59 UPK registered?

NU59 UPK is a 2009 BMW 316, first registered on 5 November 2009.

Is NU59 UPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU59 UPK shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NU59 UPK have outstanding finance?

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