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YF09 EXC

2009 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,165 mi
Last recorded60,165 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF09 EXC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2019 60,165 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2019 60,165 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2018 51,019 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 42,720 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 42,720 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 May 2016 40,778 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 35,867 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2015 35,865 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 29,185 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Jun 2014 29,162 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

engine warning light illuminated on dash

Pass 8 Jul 2013 22,537 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 19,314 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

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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YF09 EXC is a 2009 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YF09 EXC, 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 YF09 EXC registered?

YF09 EXC is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 22 June 2009.

Is YF09 EXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF09 EXC shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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