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YB09 SBV

2009 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

52,126 mi
Last recorded52,126 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB09 SBV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 52,126 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 48,428 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2025 48,428 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 46,898 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 44,457 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2021 41,869 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 40,375 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 37,334 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 33,318 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 28,967 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 26,893 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 24,706 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Nov 2013 22,656 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2012 19,343 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jul 2012 18,687 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Jul 2012 18,687 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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YB09 SBV is a 2009 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YB09 SBV, 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 YB09 SBV registered?

YB09 SBV is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 14 August 2009.

Is YB09 SBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB09 SBV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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