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YH09 ASO

2009 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

114,241 mi
Last recorded114,241 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH09 ASO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 114,241 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 106,977 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 103,226 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2023 100,179 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 99,039 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 93,368 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2020 87,985 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 85,219 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Fail 14 Sep 2019 85,219 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2018 82,138 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 76,360 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2017 76,350 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 65,090 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads 3mm (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 55,902 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 47,419 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 39,277 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 33,495 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 21,899 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 ASO is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 ASO, 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 YH09 ASO registered?

YH09 ASO is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 25 March 2009.

Is YH09 ASO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH09 ASO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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