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GY09 UTJ

2009 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

146,886 mi
Last recorded146,886 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2023 146,886 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 133,470 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 133,427 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 126,184 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jan 2020 126,184 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2019 116,186 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2018 116,170 miles

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 113,203 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 109,894 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/50/17v shoulders and sidewalls bald (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 102,814 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 102,814 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate both (1.1.C.1e)

advise both rear brake discs

Pass 27 Jan 2015 96,084 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 UTJ is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UTJ, 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 UTJ?

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What year was GY09 UTJ registered?

GY09 UTJ is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 24 June 2009.

Is GY09 UTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY09 UTJ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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