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YC59 NVJ

2009 BMW 123

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

107,009 mi
Last recorded107,009 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12383,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 107,009 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn out on edge's / tyre size 215/40R18 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit / tyre size 245/35R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn out on edge's / tyre size 215/40R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit / tyre size 245/35R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 100,015 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 94,963 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2023 94,963 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 89,330 miles

Damage to nearside front inner wheel arch lining and engine under tray

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

Fail 9 Sep 2022 89,328 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Tyre size 245/35R18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Tyre size 245/35R18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Damage to nearside front inner wheel arch lining and engine under tray

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

Pass 7 Jun 2021 82,845 miles

Central Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view screen cracked behind interior mirror (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 4 Jun 2021 82,828 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear hanger adrift (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/40/r18 89W (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view screen cracked behind interior mirror (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2019 75,735 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 68,502 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 68,500 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Jul 2017 61,530 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 55,358 miles

Emissions to low to read

Pass 1 Sep 2015 48,505 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 35,497 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 29,670 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 22,178 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s rear tyre bold on inner edge ,advise replacement a.s.a.p

o/s front tyre bold on edges (advise replacement a.s.a.p)

o/s rear tyre starting to wear low

Fail 10 Dec 2012 22,151 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s rear tyre bold on inner edge ,advise replacement a.s.a.p

o/s front tyre bold on edges (advise replacement a.s.a.p)

o/s rear tyre starting to wear low

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 NVJ is a 2009 BMW 123 in Grey 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 123 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 83,292 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 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 NVJ, 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 NVJ registered?

YC59 NVJ is a 2009 BMW 123, first registered on 9 December 2009.

Is YC59 NVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC59 NVJ 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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