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YC59 NWJ

2009 BMW 120

White Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,143 mi
Last recorded98,143 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 NWJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2021 98,143 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2019 94,800 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 87,640 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2018 87,640 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 79,986 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 71,123 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 62,009 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 61,711 miles

chips in windscreen

Fail 28 Sep 2015 61,710 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

chips in windscreen

wear to both rear tyres on inner edges

Pass 4 Oct 2014 48,683 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres cracking in treads

both front tyres heavily worn on outer edges

Pass 7 Oct 2013 34,945 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Dec 2012 29,975 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 NWJ is a 2009 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 NWJ, 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 NWJ registered?

YC59 NWJ is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 11 December 2009.

Is YC59 NWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC59 NWJ shows 12 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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