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YC59 NTG

2009 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

168,406 mi
Last recorded168,406 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 NTG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 168,406 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2025 168,360 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 160,654 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 152,330 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 143,913 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 139,818 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2021 139,817 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020
Pass 14 Mar 2019 115,777 miles

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Mar 2019 115,777 miles

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 112,610 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 100,475 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 100,475 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 82,896 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2015 72,467 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 59,316 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 46,984 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 Feb 2013 46,984 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 NTG is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 NTG, 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 YC59 NTG?

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What year was YC59 NTG registered?

YC59 NTG is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 23 November 2009.

Is YC59 NTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC59 NTG shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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