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YC09 YLY

2009 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,269 mi
Last recorded79,269 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 YLY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2025 79,269 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 76,881 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 73,923 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 71,595 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 68,625 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 64,805 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner side wall slight damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 55,401 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 50,279 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 45,796 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 41,235 miles

emissions to low to register on smoke test

Pass 7 Apr 2015 38,214 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 37,026 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 35,270 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 27,926 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 YLY is a 2009 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YLY, 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 YLY registered?

YC09 YLY is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 25 June 2009.

Is YC09 YLY safe to buy?

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