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Y77 REF

2009 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

84,063 mi
Last recorded84,063 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY77 REF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2024 84,063 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 80,356 miles

Offside Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 65,423 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 53,673 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 49,852 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 49,587 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 49,194 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 48,722 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2018 48,722 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 46,799 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 45,410 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 43,941 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 42,382 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 38,647 miles

offside front tyre wearing on edge

Pass 5 Oct 2012 34,811 miles

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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Y77 REF is a 2009 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 Y77 REF, 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 Y77 REF registered?

Y77 REF is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 11 December 2009.

Is Y77 REF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y77 REF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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