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YK59 KFC

2009 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

132,052 mi
Last recorded132,052 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK59 KFC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2024 132,052 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2024 132,044 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jan 2023 128,929 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2021 126,023 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 120,756 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 May 2019 105,493 miles

235 40 on front 235 35 on rear

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2018 89,590 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 75,521 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 70,569 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 63,980 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Oct 2014 57,280 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine oil requires top up.

rear high level brake light is inoperative.

Pass 4 Oct 2013 45,634 miles

Centre rear stop lamp not working (not sure if connected)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Offside front tyre worn below limits on outer shoulder

Pass 27 Sep 2012 38,430 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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YK59 KFC is a 2009 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YK59 KFC, 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 YK59 KFC registered?

YK59 KFC is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 2 September 2009.

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