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YB09 XPT

2009 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

123,615 mi
Last recorded123,615 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB09 XPT
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 123,615 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective mounting bracket cracked and bent (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 16 Sep 2025 123,604 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective mounting bracket cracked and bent (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 117,995 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has condensation inside the lens but it does not affect the headlight beam

Offside Rear Number plate light is very dim. Strongly advise being changed.

Pass 22 Sep 2023 112,714 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF & OSF track control arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2023 112,714 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted Caliper missing retaining clip (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF & OSF track control arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Sep 2022 107,654 miles

Offside Front Headlight has condensation in it.

Pass 15 Sep 2021 101,133 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 94,198 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both NS and OS (front most). (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre one nail and one shard of steel. ()

Pass 10 Sep 2019 85,328 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2019 85,328 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2453518 run flat (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 75,720 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 67,330 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2017 67,330 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2016 58,083 miles

Offside Rear slight play in suspension needs investigation

Fail 15 Sep 2016 58,079 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed and 2mm tread (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear slight play in suspension needs investigation

Pass 22 Sep 2015 48,580 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2014 36,358 miles

two nails in near side rear tyre

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

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

engine oil on min

Pass 29 Aug 2013 24,024 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 14,698 miles

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 XPT is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 XPT, 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 XPT registered?

YB09 XPT is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 21 August 2009.

Is YB09 XPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB09 XPT shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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