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CX59 YSA

2009 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

88,134 mi
Last recorded88,134 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX59 YSA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 88,134 miles

TPMS light on

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2025 88,134 miles

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

TPMS light on

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 83,225 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 77,467 miles

Nearside Front Body panel slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Body panel slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Body panel slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated parking brake travel high (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 70,223 miles

Offside Rear damage to wheel arch

tpms light on(orange)

Pass 6 Sep 2021 65,791 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Sep 2021 65,791 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2019 56,758 miles

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

body covers fitted underside vehicle

Pass 27 Oct 2018 48,054 miles

Under trays fitted unable to fully inspected testable items

Pass 6 Nov 2017 39,678 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2017 39,678 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 35,849 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 31,569 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 27,712 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Oct 2013 24,035 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 20,551 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on edge

o/s/f tyre low on edge

Pass 3 Nov 2011 17,137 miles

both front tyres worn on edge

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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CX59 YSA is a 2009 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 75,835 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CX59 YSA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CX59 YSA registered?

CX59 YSA is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is CX59 YSA safe to buy?

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