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YB09 WLC

2009 BMW 120

White Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

104,801 mi
Last recorded104,801 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB09 WLC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2022 104,801 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2020 99,042 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Oct 2019 92,631 miles

Nearside front tyre outer side wall damaged

Nearside rear seat belt not fully tested (child seat fitted)

Under tray/ floor and sill covers fitted

Pass 2 Oct 2018 86,798 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin recommend immediate replacement (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

offside rear tyre damaged on outer sidewall

Pass 3 Oct 2017 78,981 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)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 70,326 miles

Nearside Rear tyre deep cut evident

Offside Front tyre sidewall damage evident

Fail 14 Jul 2016 68,515 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner deep cut evident

Rear 2xchild seats

Pass 20 Aug 2015 56,465 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 56,383 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2014 41,072 miles

both front tyres cracking in tread grooves

Fail 20 Aug 2014 41,051 miles

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

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

both front tyres cracking in tread grooves

Pass 9 Aug 2013 31,451 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 24,096 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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YB09 WLC is a 2009 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 WLC, 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 WLC registered?

YB09 WLC is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 17 August 2009.

Is YB09 WLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB09 WLC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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