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Y7 OML

2009 BMW 123

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

96,682 mi
Last recorded96,682 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12383,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY7 OML
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 96,682 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 93,301 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on the inside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on the inside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Sep 2024 93,296 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on the inside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on the inside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 90,425 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 May 2022 88,867 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 88,065 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2020 88,040 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Nov 2019 86,005 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 79,525 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 74,668 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 67,662 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 57,049 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 45,636 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 40,211 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 35,223 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 30,444 miles

both front tyres 1.6mm

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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Y7 OML is a 2009 BMW 123 in Grey 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 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 Y7 OML, 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 Y7 OML registered?

Y7 OML is a 2009 BMW 123, first registered on 3 September 2009.

Is Y7 OML safe to buy?

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