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YL09 LKE

2009 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

77,983 mi
Last recorded77,983 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL09 LKE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 77,983 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 73,616 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 70,287 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2023 70,287 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 66,730 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged GLASS ()

Pass 29 Sep 2021 64,171 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 62,685 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 60,370 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 56,745 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 53,388 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 42,994 miles

advise all tyres wearing unevenly also close to limit

Pass 9 May 2015 32,884 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2014 25,315 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 20,301 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jun 2012 15,715 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YL09 LKE is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol 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 YL09 LKE, 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 YL09 LKE registered?

YL09 LKE is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 19 June 2009.

Is YL09 LKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL09 LKE 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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