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YB09 WJU

2009 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

164,679 mi
Last recorded164,679 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12383,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB09 WJU
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 5 Jan 2026 164,679 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2025 152,570 miles

Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2024 141,502 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 114,100 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2022 99,487 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 89,611 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 81,805 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 71,609 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 67,138 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 61,029 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 54,649 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 47,883 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 38,708 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 28,280 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 17,551 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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YB09 WJU is a 2009 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YB09 WJU, 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 YB09 WJU registered?

YB09 WJU is a 2009 BMW 123, first registered on 21 August 2009.

Is YB09 WJU safe to buy?

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