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YC09 LJF

2009 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

93,192 mi
Last recorded93,192 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 LJF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2024 93,192 miles

Front exhaust flexi deteriorated but not leaking

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 10 May 2023 78,202 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 28 Jun 2022 73,894 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2021 69,296 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Offside Front Tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Fail 29 Jun 2021 69,296 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Offside Front Tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 22 Jun 2020 65,256 miles

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

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

under covers fitted

Pass 27 Jun 2019 60,933 miles

covers fitted

Fail 21 Jun 2019 60,845 miles

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

covers fitted

Pass 28 Jun 2018 53,392 miles

under trays fitted covering underside of vehicle

Pass 30 Jun 2017 45,231 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

all tyres poor condition and cracking, low tread

under trays ftd

Pass 11 Jul 2016 38,608 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 5 Aug 2015 36,010 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 23 Jul 2014 33,351 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jul 2013 29,700 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 22,740 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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YC09 LJF is a 2009 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YC09 LJF, 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.

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What year was YC09 LJF registered?

YC09 LJF is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 12 August 2009.

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