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YE59 LTK

2009 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

146,802 mi
Last recorded146,802 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE59 LTK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 146,802 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front area (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2025 138,751 miles

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

Offside Rear brake pad warning loom disconnected

Fail 23 Jun 2025 138,745 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust/ turbo area (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords within tread x 2 225/45/r17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective mounting to diff broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear brake pad warning loom disconnected

Pass 24 Jun 2024 129,514 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Centre to rear pipe hanger (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 21 Jun 2024 129,514 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45 ZR17 91W (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective Centre to rear pipe hanger (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre not repairable

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

Pass 21 Jun 2023 119,684 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

brake pad warning light on rear pads on 4 mm but sensor says -5000 miles

Pass 22 Jun 2022 108,755 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2021 95,503 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Nearside Front Tyre cracking within the tread

Offside Front Tyre cracking within the tread

Pass 22 Jun 2020 88,915 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 76,809 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 63,124 miles

Front Brake pads wearing low

Pass 27 Jun 2018 61,933 miles

Front Brake pads wearing low

Pass 27 Jun 2018 61,933 miles

Front Brake Pads wearing low

Fail 20 Jun 2018 61,648 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/50 R17 89V Run Flat (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake Pads wearing low

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 47,609 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 35,229 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 35,013 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/50/17 (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 21,852 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jan 2015 20,067 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Jan 2014 17,554 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 14,468 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front tyres wearing slightly on edges

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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YE59 LTK is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 YE59 LTK, 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 YE59 LTK registered?

YE59 LTK is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 9 December 2009.

Is YE59 LTK safe to buy?

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