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BG09 MZY

2009 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

193,117 mi
Last recorded193,117 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG09 MZY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 193,117 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2025 193,057 miles

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible dip and main beam not fitted with correct bulbs (led / hid) (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front leg/support bracket marked with yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front leg/support bracket corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear washers not working

all standard bulbs in vehicle replaced with led type bulbs

Pass 18 Nov 2024 189,575 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear wiper not working

Pass 17 Nov 2023 186,462 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from joint/clamp just behind flex (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush slightly deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear wiper not moving

Pass 29 Sep 2022 180,065 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm, outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 170,085 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 150,465 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2019 129,864 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2018 112,764 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2017 105,349 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2017 105,346 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 98,616 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 94,037 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 88,270 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 78,012 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 65,471 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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BG09 MZY is a 2009 BMW 120 in Silver 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 BG09 MZY, 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 BG09 MZY registered?

BG09 MZY is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 10 July 2009.

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