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WR59 KOW

2009 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

112,420 mi
Last recorded112,420 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2018
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR59 KOW
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2018 112,420 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2018 112,420 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 108,688 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Nov 2016 105,535 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2016 105,535 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 100,383 miles

Under + Engine tray(s) fitted during time of test

Fail 6 Nov 2015 100,383 miles

Under + Engine tray(s) fitted during time of test

registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters FRONT + REAR (6.3.4c)

Pass 8 Nov 2014 92,934 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Nov 2013 84,280 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2012 76,415 miles

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

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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WR59 KOW is a 2009 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 WR59 KOW, 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 WR59 KOW registered?

WR59 KOW is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 12 November 2009.

Is WR59 KOW safe to buy?

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