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YC09 UPN

2009 BMW 123

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

106,662 mi
Last recorded106,662 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12383,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 UPN
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 106,662 miles

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

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

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

undertrays and sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 16 Jul 2025 96,564 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Under trays sill covers fitted

Fail 16 Jul 2025 96,564 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Under trays sill covers fitted

Pass 3 Sep 2024 89,631 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 84,245 miles

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

Fail 18 Oct 2023 84,245 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 19 Oct 2022 81,632 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH Rear. (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 78,006 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 73,509 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 69,192 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 64,062 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 60,113 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 49,649 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 42,697 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 41,640 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 33,497 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 26,903 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 18,630 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 123?

Based on 78,838 MOT tests across 5,186 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
7,303
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
5,186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,813
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 975
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 630
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 505
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 456
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YC09 UPN is a 2009 BMW 123 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2009 BMW 123 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 83,292 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 123 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC09 UPN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 123 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 123 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC09 UPN registered?

YC09 UPN is a 2009 BMW 123, first registered on 13 August 2009.

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The MOT history for YC09 UPN shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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