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YP09 YPL

2009 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

126,884 mi
Last recorded126,884 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP09 YPL
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2023 126,884 miles

Nail in tyre nail tread in both front tyre's ()

Fail 6 Jan 2023 126,881 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel no reserve travel in handbrake (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too low both head lamps to low (4.1.2 (a))

Nail in tyre nail tread in both front tyre's ()

Pass 10 Jan 2022 119,315 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2022 119,304 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 112,833 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 105,161 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 102,526 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2019 102,526 miles

Central Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 85,166 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 67,792 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 43,237 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 34,274 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 34,274 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 24,699 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 14,097 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 14,096 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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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YP09 YPL is a 2009 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YP09 YPL, 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 YP09 YPL registered?

YP09 YPL is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 26 June 2009.

Is YP09 YPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP09 YPL shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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