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VX09 YWC

2009 BMW 123

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

133,388 mi
Last recorded133,388 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12383,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX09 YWC
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 133,388 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

hand brake travel

Fail 5 Feb 2026 133,384 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

hand brake travel

Pass 20 Dec 2024 126,150 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 114,104 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 101,524 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2021 90,071 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 81,201 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 74,967 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 68,315 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 58,370 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 10 Oct 2016 46,238 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 36,557 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 26,013 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre outer/inner edges worn

offside front tyre outer/inner edges worn

Pass 10 Oct 2013 24,253 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 20,016 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 19,982 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 18,080 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 123?

Based on 78,838 MOT tests across 5,186 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
7,303
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
5,186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,813
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 975
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 630
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 505
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 456
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VX09 YWC is a 2009 BMW 123 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2009 BMW 123 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 83,292 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 123 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX09 YWC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 123 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 123 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX09 YWC registered?

VX09 YWC is a 2009 BMW 123, first registered on 1 March 2009.

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