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YK09 SVZ

2009 BMW 116

Silver Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

86,704 mi
Last recorded86,704 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK09 SVZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 86,704 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2025 71,176 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 May 2024 58,897 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 57,468 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 55,609 miles

Both front brake flexi pipes starting to crack/perish

Fail 27 Sep 2022 55,609 miles

Both front brake flexi pipes starting to crack/perish

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2021 53,451 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 51,950 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Flexible joint at DPF perishing, still secure at time of test. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 51,382 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 49,320 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 47,685 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 45,262 miles

Offside Front Outer tyre worn

Pass 10 Nov 2015 41,871 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 38,508 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 34,312 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 28,432 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 22,731 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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YK09 SVZ is a 2009 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YK09 SVZ, 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 YK09 SVZ registered?

YK09 SVZ is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 12 March 2009.

Is YK09 SVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK09 SVZ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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