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YB09 YHL

2009 BMW 120

White Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB09 YHL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2023

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test no rear seats or seat belts ()

Pass 18 Mar 2022
Pass 3 Mar 2021
Pass 6 May 2014 159,428 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 158,319 miles

rear tyres just on limits recommend replacement

Pass 10 Aug 2012 116,313 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)

large crack in front windscreen (outside swept area)

Fail 10 Aug 2012 116,313 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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)

large crack in front windscreen (outside swept area)

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 YHL is a 2009 BMW 120 in White with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 YHL, 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 YHL registered?

YB09 YHL is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 18 August 2009.

Is YB09 YHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB09 YHL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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