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YC09 YOL

2009 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

89,691 mi
Last recorded89,691 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 YOL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2022 89,691 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Nov 2022 89,691 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 81,627 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Nov 2021 81,627 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 74,295 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 74,295 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 65,537 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2019 65,537 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working sidelight (4.2.1 (a))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm all x 4 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 May 2018 59,878 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 53,443 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 53,443 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 49,418 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 42,374 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 35,942 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 28,664 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 21,322 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 YOL is a 2009 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YOL, 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 YOL registered?

YC09 YOL is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 3 July 2009.

Is YC09 YOL safe to buy?

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