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YR59 EJE

2009 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

111,784 mi
Last recorded111,784 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR59 EJE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Aug 2025 111,784 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced and rear mounts corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 105,459 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 97,457 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 90,291 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 84,578 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 79,695 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2019 77,009 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front tyre valve showing slight deterioration

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 69,718 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 64,518 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 64,518 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 52,928 miles

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2015 42,408 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 26,209 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s front tyre worn on edges 205/50/17

n/s rear tyre worn on edges

Pass 17 Oct 2013 10,944 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Sep 2012 9,478 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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YR59 EJE is a 2009 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YR59 EJE, 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.

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What year was YR59 EJE registered?

YR59 EJE is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 25 September 2009.

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