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YX59 GXP

2009 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,956 mi
Last recorded108,956 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX59 GXP
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 108,956 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 108,334 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 100,074 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 92,715 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 89,607 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 86,881 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 80,531 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2017 80,531 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 73,013 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on the outer edge

offside front tyre wearing on the outer edge

Fail 14 Jan 2016 73,013 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

nearside front tyre wearing on the outer edge

offside front tyre wearing on the outer edge

Pass 13 Jan 2015 58,532 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Jan 2014 43,156 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 43,156 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 37,088 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Apr 2012 37,039 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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YX59 GXP is a 2009 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YX59 GXP, 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 YX59 GXP registered?

YX59 GXP is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 16 September 2009.

Is YX59 GXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX59 GXP shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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