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WJ59 WOY

2009 BMW 116

White Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

97,455 mi
Last recorded97,455 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ59 WOY
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 97,455 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 95,800 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2023 95,796 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 93,838 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 92,070 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2020 89,393 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2020 89,393 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 84,038 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 78,056 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2018 77,787 miles

Exhaust system insecure DPF flexi joint excessively worn and mount broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 71,317 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 69,306 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2016 61,099 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 52,795 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jul 2014 45,665 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

wear on inner and outer edge of front tyres

Pass 25 Sep 2013 34,969 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 23,675 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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WJ59 WOY is a 2009 BMW 116 in White with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 WJ59 WOY, 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 WOY registered?

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

Is WJ59 WOY safe to buy?

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