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YC09 YNB

2009 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

163,509 mi
Last recorded163,509 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 YNB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 163,509 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2025 160,219 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2025 160,219 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn BOTH SIDe (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer not working BOTH SIDE (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 151,954 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2024 151,952 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 145,099 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 140,672 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 135,994 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 128,033 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 121,585 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 114,603 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 111,181 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front tyre cracked but not showing cords

Pass 15 Jun 2015 101,306 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 96,377 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 96,377 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 85,089 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 61,978 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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 YNB is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YNB, 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 YNB registered?

YC09 YNB is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 22 July 2009.

Is YC09 YNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC09 YNB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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