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YH59 YKU

2009 BMW X1

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

105,601 mi
Last recorded105,601 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW X177,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH59 YKU
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 105,601 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 97,824 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2024 97,820 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2023 93,659 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 13 Nov 2023 93,659 miles

Central Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 90,257 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Cross Axel (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Cross Axel (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 7 Nov 2022 90,256 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Cross Axel (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Cross Axel (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Nov 2021 87,347 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 83,355 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes have white corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear seats ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very low on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on the inner edge , almost to cords , recommend replace (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 78,326 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2019 72,401 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 66,144 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 59,710 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2016 47,629 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 47,181 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 40,259 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 37,018 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Oct 2012 32,016 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 31,957 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW X1?

Based on 930,947 MOT tests across 114,866 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
6,836
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
114,866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,863
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,459
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YH59 YKU is a 2009 BMW X1 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2009 BMW X1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 77,620 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 X1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,863 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YH59 YKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X1 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this BMW X1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YH59 YKU is a 2009 BMW X1, first registered on 16 October 2009.

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