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YD09 WNC

2009 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

172,169 mi
Last recorded172,169 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD09 WNC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2023 172,169 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2023 172,169 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Nov 2022 154,916 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2021 131,781 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2021 131,773 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2020 102,434 miles

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

Front Brake hose slightly damaged both starting to perish (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Windows have additional tint

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Tyres obviously 'stretched' to fit wheel rim

Pass 17 Oct 2019 81,455 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 77,474 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 63,618 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 63,618 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Aug 2016 55,812 miles

Nearside Rear tyre inner shoulder worn

Offside Rear tyre inner shoulder worn

Pass 17 Sep 2015 47,770 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 47,323 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2014 42,444 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 37,176 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 36,606 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)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 31,332 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 26,853 miles

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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YD09 WNC is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 YD09 WNC, 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 YD09 WNC registered?

YD09 WNC is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 30 March 2009.

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