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PF59 CZB

2009 BMW 316

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

127,108 mi
Last recorded127,108 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 316101,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF59 CZB
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 127,108 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2024 117,262 miles

Advise TPMS light on dash.

Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement **BOTH** (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2024 117,261 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (Halo lights fitted) (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Advise TPMS light on dash.

Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement **BOTH** (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 111,605 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 107,978 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 May 2021 102,756 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 90,390 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2020 90,390 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2019 82,005 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 75,900 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2018 75,899 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2016 68,165 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2016 68,163 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 59,593 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 48,367 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 48,366 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 42,325 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 37,464 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 33,791 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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PF59 CZB is a 2009 BMW 316 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 PF59 CZB, 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 PF59 CZB?

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What year was PF59 CZB registered?

PF59 CZB is a 2009 BMW 316, first registered on 22 December 2009.

Is PF59 CZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF59 CZB shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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