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BG59 VXZ

2009 Toyota Urban Cruiser

Silver Diesel 1364cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

121,619 mi
Last recorded121,619 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Toyota Urban Cruiser60,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG59 VXZ
MakeToyota
ModelUrban Cruiser
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 121,619 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2026 121,616 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour once warm (8.2.2.2 (d))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 105,118 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 94,453 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 78,981 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Near side and offside on flexi pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Near side and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 66,212 miles

Exhaust system corroded from center to rear

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 64,425 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 62,257 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2019 62,257 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2018 57,481 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 50,977 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Dec 2016 44,973 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 38,392 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2015 38,392 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 32,254 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2014 32,254 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 26,172 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2012 19,631 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Urban Cruiser?

Based on 68,971 MOT tests across 4,758 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
5,710
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
4,758
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 577
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 558
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 501
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BG59 VXZ is a 2009 Toyota Urban Cruiser in Silver with a 1,364cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Toyota Urban Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 60,393 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 Toyota Urban Cruiser fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 577 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG59 VXZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Urban Cruiser typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Toyota Urban Cruiser is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BG59 VXZ registered?

BG59 VXZ is a 2009 Toyota Urban Cruiser, first registered on 30 December 2009.

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