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YG59 SYT

2009 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,037 mi
Last recorded26,037 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG59 SYT
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 16 Dec 2025 26,037 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 25,586 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 25,251 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 24,739 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 24,535 miles

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

Under trays fitted not allowing inspection of some underside components

Pass 2 Oct 2020 23,509 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 22,531 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 21,024 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2017 19,023 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 17,093 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 14,197 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 11,064 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 7,596 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 3,608 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 SYT is a 2009 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SYT, 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

How do I check the history of YG59 SYT?

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What year was YG59 SYT registered?

YG59 SYT is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 20 October 2009.

Is YG59 SYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG59 SYT shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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