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WR59 CHN

2009 BMW 316

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

174,765 mi
Last recorded174,765 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 316101,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR59 CHN
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2024 174,765 miles

Rear subframe has corrosion but not excessive

Pass 10 Mar 2023 168,012 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Mar 2023 168,012 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2022 154,219 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Undertray fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2021 144,015 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2021 143,982 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Feb 2020 132,907 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 119,406 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2018 106,062 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 91,617 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2016 76,964 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 75,230 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 69,072 miles

body work damage

Fail 27 Sep 2013 69,071 miles

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

body work damage

Pass 23 Oct 2012 56,905 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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WR59 CHN is a 2009 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WR59 CHN, 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 WR59 CHN registered?

WR59 CHN is a 2009 BMW 316, first registered on 12 November 2009.

Is WR59 CHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR59 CHN shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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