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GY09 GRF

2009 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

156,286 mi
Last recorded156,286 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY09 GRF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 156,286 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

Pass 28 Sep 2024 147,745 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2023 141,821 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2022 135,789 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2022 135,779 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Sep 2021 130,004 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 125,080 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2019 119,814 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 112,200 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT 2mm OUTSIDE EDGE. (TRACKING) (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INSIDE EDGE AND PERISHED (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OUTSIDE EDGE. (TRACKING) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2017 105,302 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 99,729 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 97,718 miles

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

Offside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 May 2014 95,737 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 89,618 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 89,429 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 68,190 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2012 68,190 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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 GRF is a 2009 BMW 120 in Silver 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 GRF, 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 GY09 GRF registered?

GY09 GRF is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 20 April 2009.

Is GY09 GRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY09 GRF 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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