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WV59 XJJ

2009 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

79,790 mi
Last recorded79,790 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV59 XJJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 79,790 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2025 78,626 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 77,789 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2023 75,425 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2023 75,322 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 72,415 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 69,713 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 67,927 miles

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

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 9 Sep 2019 64,289 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 58,206 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively (1.6 (c))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 51,949 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 44,712 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 37,492 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 30,868 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 22,981 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 15,341 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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WV59 XJJ is a 2009 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 WV59 XJJ, 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 WV59 XJJ registered?

WV59 XJJ is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 19 September 2009.

Is WV59 XJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV59 XJJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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