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VN59 OTU

2009 BMW 116

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

107,949 mi
Last recorded107,949 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN59 OTU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2024 107,949 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 92,302 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 86,764 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2022 86,762 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2020 74,267 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 73,260 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 69,411 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 69,404 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 65,338 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2017 65,338 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 49,734 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 49,734 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2015 35,655 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 31,847 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 23,930 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 16,755 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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VN59 OTU is a 2009 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 VN59 OTU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VN59 OTU registered?

VN59 OTU is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is VN59 OTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN59 OTU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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