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YD09 XAO

2009 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

130,595 mi
Last recorded130,595 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 130,595 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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensation inside lens (4.1.4 (b))

washer jets weak

Fail 29 Jul 2025 130,595 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensation inside lens (4.1.4 (b))

washer jets weak

Pass 17 Apr 2024 117,096 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 110,582 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 99,394 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Damage to offside front

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

Pass 16 Mar 2020 97,420 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 95,397 miles

under shields fitted restricting view

Fail 5 Jul 2019 95,397 miles

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

under shields fitted restricting view

Pass 15 May 2018 88,327 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 84,254 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 74,576 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 66,209 miles
Fail 24 May 2014 55,563 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2014 55,563 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2013 45,108 miles

Both rear tyres badly worn inner edges

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 1 Jun 2012 34,116 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 32,297 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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YD09 XAO is a 2009 BMW 120 in Grey 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 YD09 XAO, 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 XAO registered?

YD09 XAO is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 20 March 2009.

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The MOT history for YD09 XAO 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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