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YB09 WMJ

2009 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

120,898 mi
Last recorded120,898 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB09 WMJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2024 120,898 miles

Exhaust rusty front pipe

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Undertray

Pass 22 Dec 2023 118,952 miles

Central Front undertray fitted

exhaust system corroded

Pass 20 Dec 2022 115,866 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 113,092 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 110,657 miles

Nearside rear tyre worn on limit and should be replaced immediately.

Offside front tyre worn on outer edge.

Pass 14 Dec 2019 105,281 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 96,238 miles

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 14 Dec 2018 96,238 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 84,599 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 30 Nov 2017 84,585 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Dec 2016 76,771 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2016 76,771 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2016 68,030 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 54,421 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 43,321 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 31,010 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 22,101 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 WMJ is a 2009 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WMJ, 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 WMJ registered?

YB09 WMJ is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 19 August 2009.

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