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YK09 PYL

2009 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

47,948 mi
Last recorded47,948 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK09 PYL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 47,948 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 17 Apr 2026 47,948 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 46,645 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 46,297 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 45,715 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 45,113 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 43,119 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 41,145 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2018 38,774 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 36,878 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 34,485 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 31,438 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 27,952 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 23,170 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 19,587 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 PYL is a 2009 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 PYL, 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 PYL registered?

YK09 PYL is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 7 May 2009.

Is YK09 PYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK09 PYL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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