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YC09 LSX

2009 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

122,064 mi
Last recorded122,064 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 LSX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2021 122,064 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 110,621 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 109,443 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 109,443 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 104,042 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 98,553 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 82,013 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 71,683 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2015 71,683 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2014 59,819 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 59,819 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 48,271 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

High level stop lamp lense cracked

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jul 2012 37,362 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front tyres wearing on edges

Rear tyres wearing on edges

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 LSX is a 2009 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 YC09 LSX, 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 LSX registered?

YC09 LSX is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 11 August 2009.

Is YC09 LSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC09 LSX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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