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YK09 PFJ

2009 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

78,599 mi
Last recorded78,599 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK09 PFJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 78,599 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 75,755 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 72,797 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 70,383 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2022 67,740 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 63,645 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 59,945 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Heavy condensation in headlamp (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 3 Mar 2020 59,945 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective O-ring split (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Heavy condensation in headlamp (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 55,266 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 51,433 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2017 46,922 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 42,017 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2015 36,300 miles

o/s/f tyre perishing

Pass 3 Mar 2014 31,020 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2014 31,019 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2013 25,139 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 19,825 miles

both front tyres wearing slightly on outer edges

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 PFJ is a 2009 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 PFJ, 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 PFJ registered?

YK09 PFJ is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 9 March 2009.

Is YK09 PFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK09 PFJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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