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YC09 LVX

2009 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

58,682 mi
Last recorded58,682 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 LVX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 58,682 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 9 Feb 2026 58,682 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords small cut on sidewall , large deeper cut on outer shoulder down to cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 57,927 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 56,475 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 55,712 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 52,783 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 51,967 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 48,657 miles

handbrake requires adjustment

Pass 23 Nov 2018 43,278 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 36,002 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 33,017 miles

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

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 18 Aug 2015 29,074 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 23,262 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 23,262 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 18,539 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 14,387 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 14,387 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)

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 LVX is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LVX, 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

How do I check the history of YC09 LVX?

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What year was YC09 LVX registered?

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

Is YC09 LVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC09 LVX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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