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YC09 LJN

2009 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,225 mi
Last recorded101,225 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 LJN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2026 101,225 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 95,123 miles

Age related corrosion within all prescribed areas under the vehicle

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 86,867 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 71,517 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2021 67,270 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2020 64,582 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 61,640 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 56,547 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 52,650 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 48,336 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 44,438 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)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2015 39,961 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 36,335 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 32,082 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 28,635 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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YC09 LJN is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YC09 LJN, 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 YC09 LJN registered?

YC09 LJN is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 10 August 2009.

Is YC09 LJN safe to buy?

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