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YB09 YDD

2009 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

94,195 mi
Last recorded94,195 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB09 YDD
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 94,195 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2025 94,191 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2024 88,976 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2023 82,816 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2022 76,160 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 70,595 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 65,403 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2020 65,403 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 57,722 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 50,997 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

tyre warning light is on

Fail 2 Jun 2018 50,997 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

tyre warning light is on

Pass 3 Jun 2017 44,920 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

Fail 3 Jun 2017 44,920 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 28 May 2016 36,196 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 29,300 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2014 22,612 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 16,104 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 11,248 miles

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 YDD is a 2009 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 YB09 YDD, 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 YDD registered?

YB09 YDD is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 19 August 2009.

Is YB09 YDD safe to buy?

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