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YB09 YFA

2009 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

97,527 mi
Last recorded97,527 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB09 YFA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2019 97,527 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 86,757 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 83,599 miles

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

Underside covers fitted, obscuring some components from view

Fail 29 Apr 2017 83,599 miles

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

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

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

Underside covers fitted, obscuring some components from view

Pass 22 Apr 2016 70,526 miles

both rear tyres are getting low on tread

under tray and engine cover fitted

Pass 27 Apr 2015 55,498 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 41,584 miles

engine oil low

offside front tyre worn inner edge

rear brake pads low

Pass 30 Apr 2013 23,272 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 19,474 miles

tracking check both front tyres badly worn outer edges

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 YFA is a 2009 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 YFA, 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 YFA registered?

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

Is YB09 YFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB09 YFA shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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