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YC59 OHK

2009 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

99,765 mi
Last recorded99,765 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 OHK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2021 99,765 miles

Effectiveness of rear reflectors reduced due to tint

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced lamp unit tinted (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced lamp unit tinted (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2021 95,728 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Effectiveness of rear reflectors reduced due to tint

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced lamp unit tinted (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced lamp unit tinted (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 92,148 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 83,190 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 83,186 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both side (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 May 2017 73,735 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 69,685 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 60,100 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 60,100 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 59,104 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2012 39,878 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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YC59 OHK is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 YC59 OHK, 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 YC59 OHK registered?

YC59 OHK is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is YC59 OHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC59 OHK shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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