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YT59 OUS

2009 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

85,481 mi
Last recorded85,481 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 11666,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT59 OUS
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2023 85,481 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Park brake effort has only just met the minimum requirements

Rear Brakes imbalanced, suggesting service or repair required

Pass 5 Sep 2022 81,731 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake discs corroded slightly on inner faces

Pass 17 Aug 2021 76,938 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 73,987 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on outer edges slightly (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge slightly (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 70,064 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 64,456 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 58,312 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 52,587 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2016 52,429 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Both front tyres are worn on the outer edges and have slight wear on the inner edges

Both rear tyres are worn on the inner edges

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 47,437 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 42,545 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 36,919 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Sep 2012 29,243 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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YT59 OUS is a 2009 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YT59 OUS, 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 YT59 OUS registered?

YT59 OUS is a 2009 BMW 116, first registered on 7 September 2009.

Is YT59 OUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT59 OUS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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