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YD09 WUB

2009 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

121,146 mi
Last recorded121,146 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD09 WUB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Aug 2026 121,146 miles

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

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

Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel parking brake (1.2.1 (a) (i))

rear subframe corrded

Pass 22 Aug 2025 120,500 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2025 120,494 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 119,695 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 heavily worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 118,478 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 117,240 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 111,286 miles

full undertrays and sill cover fitted limiting inspection

Pass 7 Aug 2020 105,960 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 100,073 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 90,649 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 80,650 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 71,319 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 71,134 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 62,409 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 54,545 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jan 2014 48,787 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2013 37,169 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 36,726 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 27,788 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 WUB is a 2009 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 WUB, 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 WUB registered?

YD09 WUB is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 17 March 2009.

Is YD09 WUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD09 WUB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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