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YG09 XNM

2009 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

136,768 mi
Last recorded136,768 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2023 136,768 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper and lower rose bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper and lower rose bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2021 121,849 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 97,745 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 76,245 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 72,978 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 64,562 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 56,382 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2017 56,382 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (225/45x17) (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (225/45x17w) (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 47,830 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 37,883 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 28,545 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 28,294 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

OSF tyre deep cut in tread, not exceeding 25mm

Pass 13 May 2013 23,445 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 May 2012 17,513 miles

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

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 XNM is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 XNM, 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 XNM registered?

YG09 XNM is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 5 June 2009.

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