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YC09 YBB

2009 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

107,292 mi
Last recorded107,292 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 YBB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2026 107,292 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 100,691 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2024 95,104 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides of the cars (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 83,459 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2023 83,459 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2022 73,855 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 72,946 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 68,570 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Fuel filler cap seal is started cracking but still seals

Pass 20 Jul 2018 67,120 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 57,869 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 48,775 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2015 39,533 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 29,102 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 24,805 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

cuts on sidewall / tyre worn low on outer edge / perrished tread on n/s/f tyre

n/s/r tyre slightly perrished

o/s/f tyre perrished in tread

rear number plate unbonding

Pass 8 Jun 2012 19,712 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 YBB is a 2009 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol 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 YBB, 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 YBB registered?

YC09 YBB is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 5 June 2009.

Is YC09 YBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC09 YBB 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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