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LF59 YWH

2009 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

101,539 mi
Last recorded101,539 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF59 YWH
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 101,539 miles

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2025 101,537 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 99,657 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 98,092 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2023 98,090 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Tyre worn to plies on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2022 94,317 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 87,616 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 81,733 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 77,577 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Nov 2019 77,575 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2018 71,918 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 61,339 miles

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

underguards fitted

Fail 2 Dec 2017 61,339 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

underguards fitted

Pass 22 Nov 2016 52,859 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2015 49,256 miles

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

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of rear seat belts

Fail 8 Dec 2015 49,256 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of rear seat belts

Pass 1 Dec 2014 40,287 miles

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

oil low

Pass 25 Oct 2013 34,458 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2012 25,996 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 25,892 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Aug 2012 25,484 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

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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LF59 YWH is a 2009 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 LF59 YWH, 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 LF59 YWH registered?

LF59 YWH is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 15 September 2009.

Is LF59 YWH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF59 YWH shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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