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YG09 OLM

2009 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

151,749 mi
Last recorded151,749 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG09 OLM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 151,749 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

general age related corrosion

Pass 21 Jun 2025 140,669 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Jun 2025 140,669 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2024 115,763 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 112,127 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 106,590 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 96,971 miles

undertrays/covers fitted

Fail 26 Jan 2021 96,971 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2254517 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2254517 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

undertrays/covers fitted

Pass 1 Feb 2020 85,969 miles

brake warning light on

Fail 1 Feb 2020 85,967 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

brake warning light on

Pass 28 Jan 2019 75,663 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 67,742 miles

non runflat tyres are fitted to front of vehicle

Pass 31 Jan 2017 60,160 miles

engine/under/sill covers

Fail 27 Jan 2017 60,158 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sets (3.5.1g)

engine/under/sill covers

Pass 29 Mar 2016 56,180 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 47,843 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 40,159 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 33,702 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 26,152 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 OLM is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 YG09 OLM, 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 YG09 OLM registered?

YG09 OLM is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 30 March 2009.

Is YG09 OLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG09 OLM shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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