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YH09 JFO

2009 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

89,233 mi
Last recorded89,233 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH09 JFO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2019 89,233 miles

brake warning lamp on

Pass 26 Mar 2018 72,905 miles

Central Rear Parking brake (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outer shoulder (4.1.E.1)

engine / lower body covers fit not allowing full view

Fail 21 Mar 2018 72,904 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber leaking oil (9.2.7b)

Central Rear Parking brake (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outer shoulder (4.1.E.1)

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

engine / lower body covers fit not allowing full view

Pass 20 Mar 2017 59,726 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 57,347 miles

Front Exhaust front pipe clamp cracked where pipe joins flexi

Pass 5 Aug 2015 47,661 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2014 38,037 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edge

dpf/exhaust clamp strating to crack

Pass 19 Aug 2013 26,094 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 25,362 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Mar 2012 19,148 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 JFO is a 2009 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 JFO, 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.

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What year was YH09 JFO registered?

YH09 JFO is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 30 March 2009.

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