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YC59 AVF

2009 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

64,357 mi
Last recorded64,357 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 AVF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 64,357 miles

Central Upper stop lamp not working

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2025 61,818 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2025 61,811 miles

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 59,636 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 58,660 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 57,141 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 26 Jul 2021 55,240 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2021 55,240 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/40 18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jul 2020 54,558 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 50,839 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 48,357 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 215/40 18 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 45,935 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 43,261 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 43,261 miles

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 39,353 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 38,535 miles

front brake discs worn/lipped on inner faces

front inner brake pads starting to wear thin

Pass 18 Nov 2013 32,509 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 24,818 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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YC59 AVF is a 2009 BMW 120 in White 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 YC59 AVF, 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 YC59 AVF registered?

YC59 AVF is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 24 November 2009.

Is YC59 AVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC59 AVF 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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