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SV59 VTE

2009 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

181,980 mi
Last recorded181,980 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV59 VTE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2024 181,980 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

traction control lamp is on

Fail 19 Nov 2024 181,980 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

traction control lamp is on

Pass 24 Oct 2023 173,260 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2023 173,259 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2022 170,035 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 157,993 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2021 157,993 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2020 149,464 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2020 149,464 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 28 May 2019 148,890 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 128,277 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 128,276 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 107,328 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 2 Jun 2016 93,547 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)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 93,122 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 86,972 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 68,510 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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SV59 VTE is a 2009 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2009 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 66,980 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 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SV59 VTE, 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 17 years old, this BMW 116 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SV59 VTE registered?

SV59 VTE is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 29 September 2009.

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