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YC58 MVU

2009 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

21,398 mi
Last recorded21,398 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC58 MVU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 21,398 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

nearside rear brake disc is corroded

offside rear brake disc is corroded

slight corrosion on nearside front brake disc

slight corrosion on offside front brake disc

Fail 29 Dec 2025 21,398 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split at ends (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

nearside rear brake disc is corroded

offside rear brake disc is corroded

slight corrosion on nearside front brake disc

slight corrosion on offside front brake disc

Pass 23 Jan 2025 21,375 miles

all brake discs corroded

engine cover and under trays fitted

Fail 22 Jan 2025 21,373 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour flashing red (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

all brake discs corroded

engine cover and under trays fitted

tpms light on indicating low tyre pressure

Pass 5 Jan 2024 21,320 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 21,193 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

slight corrosion on offside rear brake disc

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Jan 2022 20,715 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 20,568 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 19,310 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Jul 2018 17,969 miles

both rear tyres are wearing on inner edges

engine cover fitted

n/s/f tyre is perished

n/s/r tyre is slightly perished

o/s/f tyre is perished

o/s/r tyre is slightly perished

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Jun 2017 16,971 miles

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

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

engine top cover / vehicle under trays fitted , not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 11 Jun 2016 14,869 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted to vehicle at time of test.

Pass 18 Jun 2015 12,689 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jan 2014 10,250 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jan 2013 9,727 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 8,887 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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YC58 MVU 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 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 YC58 MVU, 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 YC58 MVU registered?

YC58 MVU is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 8 January 2009.

Is YC58 MVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC58 MVU 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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