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YG09 SWZ

2009 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

96,900 mi
Last recorded96,900 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG09 SWZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 96,900 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2025 95,036 miles

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

advise : heavy surface corrosion to rear subframe and suspension arms

Pass 22 Jul 2024 92,618 miles

Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2023 90,319 miles

Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))

advise : all four tyres close to limits and slightly perished

Fail 23 Aug 2023 90,319 miles

Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))

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

advise : all four tyres close to limits and slightly perished

Pass 19 Aug 2022 87,249 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 83,774 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 80,759 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 76,782 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 72,274 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 66,964 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 59,229 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 48,797 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 48,594 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 41,981 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 38,382 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2013 26,673 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 14,656 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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YG09 SWZ is a 2009 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YG09 SWZ, 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 YG09 SWZ registered?

YG09 SWZ is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 20 March 2009.

Is YG09 SWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG09 SWZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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