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SB59 ZCY

2010 BMW 116

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

112,532 mi
Last recorded112,532 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2022
Typical for 2010 BMW 11672,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB59 ZCY
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2010
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2022 112,532 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play forward key (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2021 104,136 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 89,995 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement UPPER ARM - OUTER BUSH. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement UPPER ARM - OUTER BUSH. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Outer body sills - inspections limited because of covers.

Under bonnet and under vehicle inspections SERIOUSLY limited because of covers.

Fail 27 Aug 2020 89,994 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded flexible pipe to flexible pipe, link pipe. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Flexible pipe to flexible pipe, link pipe. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement UPPER ARM - OUTER BUSH. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement UPPER ARM - OUTER BUSH. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Outer body sills - inspections limited because of covers.

Under bonnet and under vehicle inspections SERIOUSLY limited because of covers.

Pass 4 Sep 2019 87,077 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay.

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Pass 4 Sep 2018 80,771 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 75,188 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 58,875 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 49,269 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 36,896 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 24,696 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 16,695 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 16,211 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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SB59 ZCY is a 2010 BMW 116 in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2010 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 72,202 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 SB59 ZCY, 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 16 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 SB59 ZCY registered?

SB59 ZCY is a 2010 BMW 116, first registered on 11 February 2010.

Is SB59 ZCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB59 ZCY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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