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YH09 AFX

2009 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

147,579 mi
Last recorded147,579 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH09 AFX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 147,579 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 130,525 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 123,547 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 111,068 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2021 110,533 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 105,331 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 102,877 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 101,740 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 88,508 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 70,476 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 53,963 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 37,980 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jun 2012 22,013 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 21,557 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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YH09 AFX is a 2009 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 YH09 AFX, 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

How do I check the history of YH09 AFX?

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What year was YH09 AFX registered?

YH09 AFX is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is YH09 AFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH09 AFX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YH09 AFX have outstanding finance?

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