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YC59 OFH

2009 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,898 mi
Last recorded26,898 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12383,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 OFH
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 26,898 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Four. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 26,886 miles

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))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 26,856 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 26,528 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 26,116 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 25,488 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 24,608 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2019 24,608 miles

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

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2018 23,455 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 22,060 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 20,135 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 18,933 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 17,453 miles

deep cracking in tread of both front tyres

Pass 19 Oct 2013 16,370 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 14,080 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

low emitter

Fail 24 Oct 2012 14,078 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

low emitter

offside front tyre is wearing on both edges and is cracking

offside rear tyre is cracking

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 OFH is a 2009 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OFH, 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 OFH registered?

YC59 OFH is a 2009 BMW 123, first registered on 27 October 2009.

Is YC59 OFH safe to buy?

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