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YC59 YLG

2009 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

102,781 mi
Last recorded102,781 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 YLG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 102,781 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON OUTER EDGE, DAMAGE TO SIDEWALL AND CUTS IN TREAD (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view large chip and a separate crack, requires replacement (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2026 102,781 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted SPRING CLIP MISSING (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON OUTER EDGE, DAMAGE TO SIDEWALL AND CUTS IN TREAD (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view large chip and a separate crack, requires replacement (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2025 91,543 miles

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

Parking brake has slight travel

Fail 1 May 2025 91,543 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning also flashing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Parking brake has slight travel

Pass 19 Dec 2023 82,353 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2022 80,463 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2022 80,463 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2021 79,374 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 78,661 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 77,529 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 74,603 miles

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 71,539 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 67,150 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 63,243 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 58,662 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Dec 2013 52,913 miles

exhaust has crack in centre section

Pass 28 Nov 2012 38,920 miles

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

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

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 YLG is a 2009 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YLG, 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 YLG registered?

YC59 YLG is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 24 November 2009.

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The MOT history for YC59 YLG shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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