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YE59 PKC

2009 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

109,496 mi
Last recorded109,496 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE59 PKC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2024 109,496 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 99,788 miles

Rear Some underfloor corrosion

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

Pass 5 Jan 2022 90,632 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Dec 2020 84,944 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under-trays fitted not allowing the full inspection of some components

Pass 20 Dec 2019 78,570 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2018 68,737 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 68,704 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 64,525 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2017 64,525 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported flexi hose (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jan 2017 60,803 miles

covers on outer sills

engine cover and undertrays fitted

n/s rear tyre getting low

slight corrosion and lip front brake discs

slight play and knock in o/s front anti roll bar drop link

Pass 8 Jan 2016 55,086 miles

covers on outer sills

engine cover and undertray fitted

slight corrosion , pitting and lip to front brake discs

Pass 7 Jan 2015 49,521 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner and outer edge's

Both rear tyres beginning to wear on inner and outer edge's

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Jan 2015 49,521 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Both front tyres worn on inner and outer edge's

Both rear tyres beginning to wear on inner and outer edge's

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jan 2014 44,061 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 9 Jan 2013 37,902 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 35,410 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2012 35,410 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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YE59 PKC is a 2009 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YE59 PKC, 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 YE59 PKC registered?

YE59 PKC is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 14 December 2009.

Is YE59 PKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE59 PKC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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