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YH59 DFA

2009 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

154,451 mi
Last recorded154,451 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH59 DFA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2024 154,451 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 147,993 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Nearside/offside (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 141,113 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 138,560 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 133,067 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 125,846 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 27 Aug 2019 125,846 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2018 117,960 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 30 Aug 2017 107,491 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

under trays fitted

Fail 30 Aug 2017 107,491 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

under trays fitted

Pass 1 Sep 2016 95,416 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 84,122 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear tyre has a nail

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Sep 2014 73,793 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 61,929 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2012 47,301 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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YH59 DFA is a 2009 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YH59 DFA, 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 YH59 DFA registered?

YH59 DFA is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 20 October 2009.

Is YH59 DFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH59 DFA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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