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LG09 YLK

2009 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

115,872 mi
Last recorded115,872 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG09 YLK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 115,872 miles

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))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 105,361 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 28 Mar 2024 105,358 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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 23 Mar 2023 94,479 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2022 88,240 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 82,544 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 78,896 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 72,721 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2018 63,926 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2018 63,926 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 58,466 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 51,675 miles

undertrims and trays fitted cant see some components

Pass 28 Mar 2015 45,584 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all brake discs worn pads look low cant see inners highly recommend check//

nails in both rear tyres treads 3/4mm//

Pass 5 Apr 2014 40,489 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

condensation in osf headlight//

Pass 8 Apr 2013 35,670 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 29,883 miles

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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LG09 YLK is a 2009 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LG09 YLK, 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 LG09 YLK registered?

LG09 YLK is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 6 April 2009.

Is LG09 YLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG09 YLK shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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