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SY59 MYZ

2009 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

110,661 mi
Last recorded110,661 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY59 MYZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2019 110,661 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2019 110,635 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Sep 2018 100,632 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2017 87,065 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 21 Feb 2017 86,875 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 77,388 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Mar 2015 64,884 miles

both rear tyre very worn on inner edge

Fail 2 Mar 2015 64,884 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

both rear tyre very worn on inner edge

Pass 5 Sep 2013 45,364 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 33,430 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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SY59 MYZ is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SY59 MYZ, 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 SY59 MYZ registered?

SY59 MYZ is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is SY59 MYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY59 MYZ shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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