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YC58 OLK

2009 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

100,863 mi
Last recorded100,863 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2020
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2020 100,863 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 94,267 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 7 Jan 2019 93,539 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 30 Nov 2018 92,816 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2017 84,857 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 80,328 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 80,324 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component locking device missing caliper clip missing (3.5.1l)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 77,888 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 65,348 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 65,348 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 May 2014 57,337 miles

N/S/R Tyre close to legal limit

O/S/R Tyre close to legal limit

Fail 11 Jan 2013 40,332 miles

Front Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 40,332 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 26,353 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 OLK is a 2009 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 YC58 OLK, 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 OLK registered?

YC58 OLK is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 14 January 2009.

Is YC58 OLK safe to buy?

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