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YG09 OHD

2009 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,487 mi
Last recorded76,487 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG09 OHD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 76,487 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides -- Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inside edge -- 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides -- Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 15 Jun 2026 76,478 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure On outer sidewall -- 215/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides -- Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inside edge -- 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides -- Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 67,080 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 64,622 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 61,920 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 16 Aug 2022 59,287 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 57,830 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 56,498 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 56,498 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2019 54,505 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 52,560 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 50,502 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 50,502 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 47,426 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 44,161 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 44,161 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 40,751 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 36,413 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 25,594 miles

both front tyres slightly perrishing

Pass 24 Mar 2012 23,385 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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YG09 OHD is a 2009 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YG09 OHD, 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.

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What year was YG09 OHD registered?

YG09 OHD is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 26 March 2009.

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