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YK09 OYF

2009 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

126,081 mi
Last recorded126,081 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK09 OYF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2023 126,081 miles

Offside Rear rear subframe to body support bracket corroded

Pass 11 Mar 2022 116,425 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn and nail (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Mar 2022 116,423 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 Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts brake sensor wire insecure (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn and nail (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 105,703 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 97,950 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 85,771 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2018 73,525 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2017 63,372 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 56,935 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 56,935 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 55,453 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 49,726 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Mar 2014 42,543 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Feb 2013 36,641 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Mar 2012 31,445 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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YK09 OYF is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel 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 YK09 OYF, 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 YK09 OYF registered?

YK09 OYF is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2009.

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The MOT history for YK09 OYF 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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