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YC59 AYD

2009 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,942 mi
Last recorded86,942 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 AYD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2024 86,942 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

tps on

Pass 13 May 2023 76,616 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2023 76,364 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended trapped behind seat (7.1.2 (c))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Apr 2022 70,389 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2021 66,380 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 63,386 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2020 63,386 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 59,303 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2018 55,615 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 55,615 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 19 Feb 2017 51,029 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 46,785 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2016 46,785 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 40,476 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jan 2014 35,110 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

nearside rear tyre inner & tread area deterioted

Pass 8 Dec 2012 25,880 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 AYD is a 2009 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YC59 AYD, 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 AYD registered?

YC59 AYD is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is YC59 AYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC59 AYD shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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