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WR59 TWX

2009 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

95,782 mi
Last recorded95,782 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR59 TWX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 95,782 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2025 95,782 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2024 90,469 miles

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

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 85,496 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front both brake pads low

Rear both winter tyres fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2022 78,565 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 78,159 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 73,044 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 67,341 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 60,356 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner brake pad wearing low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake pads getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner brake pad wearing low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake pads getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 54,554 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 49,368 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 44,195 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 39,862 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 36,439 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 36,338 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 35,844 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 29,285 miles

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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WR59 TWX is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 WR59 TWX, 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

How do I check the history of WR59 TWX?

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What year was WR59 TWX registered?

WR59 TWX is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 10 November 2009.

Is WR59 TWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR59 TWX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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