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YG59 OAU

2009 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

108,647 mi
Last recorded108,647 miles
Recorded on28 May 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG59 OAU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 28 May 2021 108,647 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 105,959 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2019 96,453 miles

Front brake pad wear indicator wire disconnected

Pass 7 Aug 2018 84,041 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 80,546 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

engine/sill/ under tray covers fitted obscuring view/access

Pass 24 Nov 2016 73,084 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 61,314 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 51,463 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 40,837 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2012 29,864 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

NSF tyre inner sidewall slight damage

NSF tyre worn on both edges

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

OSF tyre slight cut

OSF tyre worn on both edges

Offside 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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YG59 OAU is a 2009 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YG59 OAU, 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 YG59 OAU registered?

YG59 OAU is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 18 November 2009.

Is YG59 OAU safe to buy?

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