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WJ59 VKZ

2009 BMW 116

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,187 mi
Last recorded50,187 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2017
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ59 VKZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2017 50,187 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 46,055 miles

both rear tyres perished

Pass 11 Aug 2015 43,670 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Aug 2014 38,714 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 33,801 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 33,616 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Sep 2012 19,734 miles

Nearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Outer Front 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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WJ59 VKZ is a 2009 BMW 116 in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WJ59 VKZ, 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 WJ59 VKZ registered?

WJ59 VKZ is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is WJ59 VKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ59 VKZ shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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