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YX09 VTC

2009 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

109,746 mi
Last recorded109,746 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2020
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX09 VTC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2020 109,746 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Aug 2019 104,393 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2018 96,101 miles

engine covers and under body covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 16 Aug 2017 87,896 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 79,207 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 70,499 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Aug 2014 67,711 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Aug 2014 67,711 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Apr 2014 67,523 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Apr 2014 67,523 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Apr 2013 55,077 miles

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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 42,081 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 42,079 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 41,329 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside front tyre

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

o/s/f tyre excessively worn on outer shoulder due to being used flat

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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YX09 VTC is a 2009 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YX09 VTC, 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 YX09 VTC registered?

YX09 VTC is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 5 March 2009.

Is YX09 VTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX09 VTC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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