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YB09 XEU

2009 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

77,980 mi
Last recorded77,980 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB09 XEU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 77,980 miles

All brake flexi hoses deteriorated/perished

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

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

Rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 17 Oct 2024 69,745 miles

Central Rear High level brake light cover loose

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

undertrays fitted, not allowing a full inspection

Pass 27 Oct 2023 64,807 miles

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Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 27 Oct 2023 64,807 miles

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Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 58,567 miles

Central Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 50,742 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 50,160 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated OS and NS (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OS and NS (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material OS and NS (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2020 48,811 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 47,520 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 44,133 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 41,408 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 38,676 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 34,580 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2014 30,830 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 27,578 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 26 Jan 2012 23,850 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 XEU is a 2009 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 XEU, 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 XEU registered?

YB09 XEU is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 31 August 2009.

Is YB09 XEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB09 XEU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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