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YK59 NZM

2009 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

210,525 mi
Last recorded210,525 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12383,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK59 NZM
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 210,525 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

heavy service corrosion on the rear sub-Frame and all linked components

Pass 2 Jul 2025 205,348 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2024 199,744 miles

Central Front Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Front Fuel system component leaking Fuel around all injectors. (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Left hand drive pattern. (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible All bulbs LED. (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Exhaust particulate filter obviously modified (8.2.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Left hand drive pattern. (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible All bulbs LED. (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Dipstick tube fractured, oil smoke and oil leaking.

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive From breathing dipstick. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2023 181,872 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 156,828 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

full under tray fitted

sills covered

Pass 14 Jan 2021 141,708 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 132,055 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 118,412 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 104,189 miles

emissions too low to test

Pass 4 Jul 2016 91,330 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 73,952 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 65,500 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 60,992 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 54,609 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 123?

Based on 78,838 MOT tests across 5,186 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
7,303
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
5,186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,813
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 975
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 630
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 505
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 456
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YK59 NZM is a 2009 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2009 BMW 123 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 83,292 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 123 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK59 NZM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 123 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 123 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK59 NZM registered?

YK59 NZM is a 2009 BMW 123, first registered on 24 September 2009.

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The MOT history for YK59 NZM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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