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WF59 ZZG

2009 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

167,783 mi
Last recorded167,783 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF59 ZZG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 167,783 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2024 161,510 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn on outer edge

Nearside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

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

Very slight play both sides rear suspension

Pass 15 Nov 2023 154,503 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Number plate lamp dim

Slight play both sides rear suspension upper arm bushes

Pass 2 Oct 2023 152,986 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Slight play in both sides rear upper suspension arm bushes

Pass 4 Oct 2022 144,964 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 140,668 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 5 Oct 2021 140,619 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Oct 2020 137,645 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 133,216 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 28 Sep 2018 128,953 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2017 123,943 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 119,200 miles

rear tyres worn

Pass 20 Nov 2015 101,028 miles

emissions too low to test

wear to front and rear brake disc's

Pass 1 Dec 2014 74,419 miles

rear tyres worn and cracking

Fail 1 Dec 2014 74,419 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

o/s/f tyre worn outer edge

rear tyres worn and cracking

rear washers inop

Fail 18 Dec 2013 62,856 miles

Both windscrean washers slightly weak.

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 62,856 miles

Both windscrean washers slightly weak.

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 50,972 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 50,888 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2012 50,888 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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WF59 ZZG is a 2009 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2009 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 66,980 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 WF59 ZZG, 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 WF59 ZZG registered?

WF59 ZZG is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 4 November 2009.

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