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YC58 NWU

2009 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,960 mi
Last recorded46,960 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 46,960 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 45,961 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 45,439 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Feb 2024 45,434 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2023 44,119 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2022 43,890 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 42,844 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Feb 2020 42,562 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 40,361 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 34,732 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 21 Feb 2018 34,732 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 29,956 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 28,568 miles

Rear tyres nearing wear bars

Pass 13 Aug 2015 24,750 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both nearing wear bars (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 18,481 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jan 2013 15,636 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 10,975 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 10,975 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 NWU is a 2009 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 NWU, 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

How do I check the history of YC58 NWU?

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What year was YC58 NWU registered?

YC58 NWU is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 20 January 2009.

Is YC58 NWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC58 NWU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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