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YK59 OAU

2009 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2020
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,505 mi
Last recorded87,505 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK59 OAU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 3 Aug 2019 87,505 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 80,479 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 61,274 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 52,839 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 40,080 miles

rear pads slightly low

rear tyres getting low

Pass 5 Oct 2013 35,840 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 25,612 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 OAU is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OAU, 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 OAU registered?

YK59 OAU is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 16 October 2009.

Is YK59 OAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK59 OAU shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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