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YR09 LYH

2009 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

86,449 mi
Last recorded86,449 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR09 LYH
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2023 86,449 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2022 83,470 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 81,990 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 80,558 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 78,037 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 74,164 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 67,317 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 58,812 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 57,433 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2016 57,433 miles

Brake operation has insufficient reserve pressure/vacuum to provide assistance for at least two more brake applications after the gauge has reached the warning mark (3.3.E.5a)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 41,662 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 22,825 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 16,795 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 14,568 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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YR09 LYH is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YR09 LYH, 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 YR09 LYH?

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What year was YR09 LYH registered?

YR09 LYH is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 25 March 2009.

Is YR09 LYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR09 LYH shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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