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BN59 YSW

2009 BMW 123

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

60,471 mi
Last recorded60,471 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2018
Typical for 2009 BMW 12383,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 YSW
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2018 60,471 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2018 60,471 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 58,601 miles

all four tyres wearing on edges

Pass 17 Sep 2016 54,198 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 48,113 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 41,800 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 35,021 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 28,770 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

bulb warning on dash

unable to fully inspect nsr & rear centre seat belts.

Fail 15 Sep 2012 28,770 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

bulb warning on dash

unable to fully inspect nsr & rear centre seat belts.

How Reliable is the BMW 123?

Based on 78,838 MOT tests across 5,186 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
7,303
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
5,186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,813
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 975
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 630
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 505
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 456
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BN59 YSW is a 2009 BMW 123 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 BMW 123 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 83,292 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 123 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN59 YSW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 123 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 123 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN59 YSW registered?

BN59 YSW is a 2009 BMW 123, first registered on 14 September 2009.

Is BN59 YSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN59 YSW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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