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BT59 HNB

2010 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

147,500 mi
Last recorded147,500 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 12074,673 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT59 HNB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 147,500 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2024 129,893 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2023 103,516 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 97,144 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 93,698 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 90,742 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 90,252 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 89,791 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 82,522 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 74,811 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jun 2015 74,811 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 68,226 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 62,824 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 57,247 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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BT59 HNB is a 2010 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2010 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 74,673 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 BT59 HNB, 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 16 years old, this BMW 120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BT59 HNB registered?

BT59 HNB is a 2010 BMW 120, first registered on 22 February 2010.

Is BT59 HNB safe to buy?

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