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YR59 XFO

2009 BMW 316

Grey Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

142,203 mi
Last recorded142,203 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 316101,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR59 XFO
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2024 142,203 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undergrad and side trays fitted

Pass 14 Dec 2022 133,240 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2021 126,456 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 126,456 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 124,800 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2018 121,400 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 21 Nov 2017 114,219 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 114,219 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

tyre warning light on

Pass 21 Nov 2016 94,025 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2016 94,025 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 64,262 miles

front tyres have different speed ratings

Pass 28 Nov 2014 36,456 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 30,543 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 22,455 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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YR59 XFO is a 2009 BMW 316 in Grey with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2009 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 101,854 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YR59 XFO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YR59 XFO registered?

YR59 XFO is a 2009 BMW 316, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is YR59 XFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR59 XFO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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