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YG59 KNU

2009 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

94,493 mi
Last recorded94,493 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG59 KNU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 94,493 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 94,482 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 89,016 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2021 89,016 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 86,163 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 77,083 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 67,586 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2017 53,951 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 36,590 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 31,562 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)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 27,544 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Dec 2013 25,440 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Pass 23 Dec 2013 23,440 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 19,502 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 15,984 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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YG59 KNU is a 2009 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YG59 KNU, 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 YG59 KNU registered?

YG59 KNU is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 18 September 2009.

Is YG59 KNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG59 KNU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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