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YC09 YGR

2009 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

114,990 mi
Last recorded114,990 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 YGR
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 114,990 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 112,272 miles

slight movement both rear wheels

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 109,736 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2022 94,980 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2021 72,306 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 54,937 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2019 40,922 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper anti rattle spring missing

Fail 9 Sep 2019 40,922 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear brake caliper anti rattle spring missing

Pass 24 Jan 2019 39,236 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 36,522 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2018 36,520 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 33,349 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 28,102 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 18,437 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 13,437 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2012 11,522 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 YGR is a 2009 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YGR, 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 YGR registered?

YC09 YGR is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 24 June 2009.

Is YC09 YGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC09 YGR shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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