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YC09 YGU

2009 BMW 123

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

115,969 mi
Last recorded115,969 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 12383,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 YGU
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2023 115,969 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Apr 2023 115,969 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2022 105,880 miles

Both front tyres cracking

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Slight play OSR top suspension arm

Pass 2 Aug 2021 99,390 miles

Front brake discs worn

Nail in tyre

Slight play in OSR top suspension arm

Pass 30 Jul 2020 89,592 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

wear to nearside rear tyre inner edge

Fail 29 Jul 2020 89,529 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

wear to nearside rear tyre inner edge

Pass 31 Jul 2019 77,186 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

extensive under trays restricting view

Pass 3 Aug 2018 57,217 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 52,300 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 44,417 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 36,274 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)

o/s front brake calliper seal looks damp with fluid (advise inspection)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 26,664 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 20,979 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 15,439 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 YGU is a 2009 BMW 123 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YGU, 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 YGU registered?

YC09 YGU is a 2009 BMW 123, first registered on 23 July 2009.

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The MOT history for YC09 YGU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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