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YK09 PJU

2009 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

123,005 mi
Last recorded123,005 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK09 PJU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 123,005 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 118,617 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 113,888 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 108,516 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 104,090 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2021 98,455 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 93,736 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 88,674 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 83,633 miles

engine cover fitted also under trays fitted

Pass 20 May 2017 77,892 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 74,010 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 67,184 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 58,802 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2014 58,802 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 53,657 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 32,281 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 PJU is a 2009 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 PJU, 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 PJU registered?

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

Is YK09 PJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK09 PJU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YK09 PJU have outstanding finance?

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