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YC59 XFB

2009 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

107,614 mi
Last recorded107,614 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 XFB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2025 107,614 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

secondary bonnet release partially seized

Fail 22 Jan 2025 107,613 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

secondary bonnet release partially seized

Pass 17 Jan 2024 96,692 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2024 96,692 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 89,212 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 83,019 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 80,115 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 77,930 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 68,598 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 60,965 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

windscreen damaged

Pass 17 Dec 2016 52,608 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 17 Dec 2016 52,608 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 45,003 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 35,971 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2013 19,026 miles

tyre pressure warning light illuminating

Pass 9 Nov 2012 14,729 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 XFB 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 81.3%.

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 YC59 XFB, 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 YC59 XFB registered?

YC59 XFB is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 16 November 2009.

Is YC59 XFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC59 XFB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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