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YH09 BNZ

2009 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

171,846 mi
Last recorded171,846 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH09 BNZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2022 171,846 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2022 171,834 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2021 170,146 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2021 170,146 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Nov 2019 164,088 miles

Both rear tyres badly worn inner edge

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

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 155,492 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 135,397 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 117,487 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 117,486 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2015 98,766 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 80,940 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 62,625 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 41,401 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 21,998 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 BNZ is a 2009 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YH09 BNZ, 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 BNZ registered?

YH09 BNZ is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 23 March 2009.

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The MOT history for YH09 BNZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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