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YE09 CEJ

2009 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

118,310 mi
Last recorded118,310 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE09 CEJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 118,310 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2024 115,966 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2024 115,966 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2023 113,703 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 106,892 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 101,890 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 94,392 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2020 94,392 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged (1.6 (c))

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (1.6 (e))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 83,277 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2019 83,277 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2018 71,947 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 63,361 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 55,964 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 49,704 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 6 May 2014 41,386 miles

nearside rear jacking block missing

tyre inflation kit and first aid kit dates expired

Pass 7 May 2013 32,847 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 23,787 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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YE09 CEJ is a 2009 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol 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 YE09 CEJ, 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 YE09 CEJ registered?

YE09 CEJ is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 15 May 2009.

Is YE09 CEJ safe to buy?

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