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YC09 LPV

2009 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

86,600 mi
Last recorded86,600 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 LPV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 86,600 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis / Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis / Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2024 82,663 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 80,172 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2022 75,583 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside front and offside rear tyres have small cuts inner side walls

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2022 75,583 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside front and offside rear tyres have small cuts inner side walls

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 64,674 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges slightly

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 57,768 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 46,143 miles

Rear pads getting low

Pass 8 May 2018 38,813 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 35,652 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 31,047 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 26,648 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 22,239 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 17,740 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 13,809 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 LPV is a 2009 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LPV, 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 LPV registered?

YC09 LPV is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 12 August 2009.

Is YC09 LPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC09 LPV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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