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WN59 VHF

2009 BMW 316

Silver Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

155,969 mi
Last recorded155,969 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 316101,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN59 VHF
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2023 155,969 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 24 Oct 2023 155,098 miles

Emissions NOx sensor obviously defective (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened Both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both rea (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All around (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil All around (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 132,559 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes have signs of getting hot

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 126,170 miles

Full undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2020 121,505 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material osr/nsr ferrules (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 119,513 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2018 116,222 miles

n/s rear brake caliper dust cover split

parking brake lever has high travel

Pass 25 Nov 2017 111,513 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 106,666 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 100,509 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 94,111 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 87,651 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 77,807 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 77,492 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 16 Oct 2012 77,423 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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WN59 VHF is a 2009 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2009 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 101,854 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WN59 VHF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WN59 VHF registered?

WN59 VHF is a 2009 BMW 316, first registered on 16 October 2009.

Is WN59 VHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WN59 VHF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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