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GY09 AYK

2009 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

96,478 mi
Last recorded96,478 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY09 AYK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 96,478 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm outter bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 94,358 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 91,198 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2024 91,197 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Mar 2023 88,030 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2022 79,574 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2022 79,359 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 69,585 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 65,953 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 60,866 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 55,429 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 49,532 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 42,942 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 36,256 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 29,392 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

vehicles emissions are to clean too register on smoke meter

Pass 19 Dec 2012 22,952 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jan 2012 16,314 miles

EMISSIONS TO LOW TO TEST[THIS IS NOT A FAULT]

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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GY09 AYK is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 GY09 AYK, 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

How do I check the history of GY09 AYK?

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What year was GY09 AYK registered?

GY09 AYK is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is GY09 AYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY09 AYK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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