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YF09 HVA

2009 BMW 116

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

167,474 mi
Last recorded167,474 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF09 HVA
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 167,474 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Jul 2023 167,471 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 164,652 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Dec 2020 157,800 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Dec 2020 157,750 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2019 151,545 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 142,966 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 142,966 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 134,854 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 121,943 miles

ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRIVERS VIEW / REAR VIEW MIRROR PRIOR TO TEST BEING CARRIED OUT.

Pass 16 Mar 2015 99,768 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 89,265 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 65,024 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jul 2012 60,471 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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YF09 HVA is a 2009 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YF09 HVA, 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 YF09 HVA registered?

YF09 HVA is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 17 July 2009.

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