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YG59 VJM

2009 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,706 mi
Last recorded29,706 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG59 VJM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2026 29,706 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2025 29,101 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 26,878 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 25,115 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 23,760 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 22,765 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 22,282 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 21,494 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 19,287 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2017 17,215 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 15,009 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 13,115 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 10,980 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 8,846 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 6,672 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 VJM is a 2009 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 VJM, 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 VJM?

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What year was YG59 VJM registered?

YG59 VJM is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is YG59 VJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG59 VJM shows 15 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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