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YR59 JLO

2009 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

115,838 mi
Last recorded115,838 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR59 JLO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 115,838 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2025 115,838 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 112,923 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 108,976 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2023 108,976 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure Bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 105,390 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 101,864 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 98,479 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 91,761 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 83,304 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 75,676 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2016 66,155 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2015 54,519 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 43,961 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 32,894 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 21,851 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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YR59 JLO is a 2009 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YR59 JLO, 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 YR59 JLO registered?

YR59 JLO is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 23 September 2009.

Is YR59 JLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR59 JLO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YR59 JLO have outstanding finance?

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