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FJ59 YBA

2009 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

107,299 mi
Last recorded107,299 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2020
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ59 YBA
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2020 107,299 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner edge / corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/r + o/s/r (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front exhaust flexi worn

Fail 14 Mar 2020 107,299 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner edge / corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/r + o/s/r (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front exhaust flexi worn

Pass 16 Mar 2019 96,337 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 92,151 miles

Front and rear brake discs are becoming worn

Pass 10 Jul 2017 84,658 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2016 74,618 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

engine cover fitted

item removed drivers view

under trays fitted

Pass 27 Jun 2015 65,578 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 50,484 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 32,025 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 29,970 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2013 29,968 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside 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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FJ59 YBA is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FJ59 YBA, 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 FJ59 YBA registered?

FJ59 YBA is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 9 November 2009.

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