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YG09 XPV

2009 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

145,507 mi
Last recorded145,507 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG09 XPV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 145,507 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2025 142,805 miles

Nearside Side repeater flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 140,154 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 133,975 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 126,507 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2022 126,505 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 121,839 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 118,724 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 114,492 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 111,073 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 106,566 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 92,560 miles

rear tyres wearing on edges and on limit

wear on front tyres and tread starting to seperate

Pass 25 Jun 2014 80,858 miles

N/S/R tyre starting to perish

Pass 3 Jul 2013 61,652 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 49,643 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 XPV is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YG09 XPV, 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 XPV registered?

YG09 XPV is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 10 June 2009.

Is YG09 XPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG09 XPV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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