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EO59 YUT

2009 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

123,064 mi
Last recorded123,064 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO59 YUT
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 123,064 miles

Exhaust fexi deteriorated

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 120,272 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2024 120,272 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Fail 19 Aug 2024 120,237 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective unable to open bonnet (3.1 (c))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts abs wire (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Front brake pad sensor wire

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Aug 2023 119,003 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2023 119,003 miles

Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor missing (1.6 (c))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 117,667 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 9 Aug 2022 117,667 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Jun 2022 117,645 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust flexi pipe loose

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and wearing in outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm and devoid of tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 112,527 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 108,504 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2020 108,504 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Sep 2019 104,042 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 97,435 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 90,201 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Oct 2016 82,862 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing inner /outer edge

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner /outer edge

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 3 Oct 2016 82,862 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front tyre wearing inner /outer edge

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner /outer edge

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 Oct 2015 74,813 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 65,572 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 49,353 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 34,972 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 34,969 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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EO59 YUT is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 EO59 YUT, 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 EO59 YUT registered?

EO59 YUT is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 14 October 2009.

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