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YB09 WCL

2009 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,111 mi
Last recorded79,111 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB09 WCL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 79,111 miles

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

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 27 Nov 2025 79,111 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 3 Dec 2024 70,418 miles

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

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 5 Dec 2023 60,859 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 25 Nov 2022 49,918 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 17 Nov 2021 40,100 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 17 Nov 2021 40,100 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre has ply or cords exposed both nearside and offside rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 4 Dec 2020 33,505 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2020 33,505 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2017 28,817 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre about to show cord on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre has worn very low on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 25,629 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 22,257 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 17,596 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 16,042 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES PERISHED IN TREAD

Fail 28 Aug 2013 15,963 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Sep 2012 12,868 miles

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

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

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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YB09 WCL is a 2009 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 YB09 WCL, 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 YB09 WCL registered?

YB09 WCL is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 13 August 2009.

Is YB09 WCL safe to buy?

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