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YC59 ARX

2009 BMW 123

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

62,296 mi
Last recorded62,296 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12383,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 ARX
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 62,296 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view drivers side chip less than 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2025 62,296 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure lump in sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view drivers side chip less than 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 54,087 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 47,122 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 44,797 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 41,872 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 39,258 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 37,458 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 34,607 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 20,592 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 28,433 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 25,336 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 21,835 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2013 18,486 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 14,833 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

How Reliable is the BMW 123?

Based on 78,838 MOT tests across 5,186 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
7,303
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
5,186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,813
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 975
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 630
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 505
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 456
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YC59 ARX is a 2009 BMW 123 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 BMW 123 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 83,292 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 123 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC59 ARX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 123 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 123 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC59 ARX registered?

YC59 ARX is a 2009 BMW 123, first registered on 25 November 2009.

Is YC59 ARX safe to buy?

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