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SV59 UZG

2009 BMW 316

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

131,029 mi
Last recorded131,029 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 316101,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV59 UZG
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 131,029 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 122,190 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 112,924 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Jul 2023 105,371 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 96,069 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 89,518 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords n/s and o/s/f (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2021 89,518 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords n/s and o/s/f (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 83,350 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 78,955 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 73,865 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 4 Aug 2017 68,389 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 61,930 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 61,930 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 54,951 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Sep 2014 44,487 miles

Nearside rear brake pads binding slightly

Offside front tyre perished

Pass 18 Sep 2013 33,763 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 17 Sep 2012 25,878 miles

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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SV59 UZG is a 2009 BMW 316 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 SV59 UZG, 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 SV59 UZG?

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What year was SV59 UZG registered?

SV59 UZG is a 2009 BMW 316, first registered on 22 September 2009.

Is SV59 UZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV59 UZG shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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