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YC09 ZFG

2009 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,396 mi
Last recorded84,396 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 ZFG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2023 84,396 miles

Central Front Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Central Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2023 84,396 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Central Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 69,270 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 68,444 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 64,601 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 57,982 miles

advise rear windows tinted

Pass 27 Dec 2017 57,265 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2017 57,265 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 48,942 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 48,942 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 41,464 miles

Both front tyres worn on outer edge (Suspect front wheel alignment incorrect)

NSF tyre worn down to limit on outer edge

Rear oxygen sensor wiring chafed

Fail 7 Sep 2015 41,460 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Both front tyres worn on outer edge (Suspect front wheel alignment incorrect)

NSF tyre worn down to limit on outer edge

Rear oxygen sensor wiring chafed

Pass 7 Jul 2014 33,281 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 30,412 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 25,835 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 19,265 miles

Offside Rear 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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YC09 ZFG is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YC09 ZFG, 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 YC09 ZFG registered?

YC09 ZFG is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 20 July 2009.

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