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FG59 YYA

2009 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

82,155 mi
Last recorded82,155 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG59 YYA
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2022 82,155 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

rear exhaust heat shield is loose

Pass 5 Nov 2021 76,787 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 71,231 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 66,629 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 61,270 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 6 Nov 2017 54,207 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 45,802 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Fail 1 Nov 2016 45,802 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2015 37,715 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 30,249 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 22,578 miles

Nearside front tyre tread low on outer edge.

Fail 2 Oct 2013 22,578 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside front tyre tread low on outer edge.

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 16,271 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 12,806 miles

light stone chip damage to screen not effecting drivers view at time of testing.

slight surface corrosion on brake discs

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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FG59 YYA is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FG59 YYA, 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 FG59 YYA registered?

FG59 YYA is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is FG59 YYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG59 YYA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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