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DE59 EZL

2009 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

139,646 mi
Last recorded139,646 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE59 EZL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 139,646 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2025 128,293 miles
Fail 27 May 2025 128,286 miles

Service brake lagging in operation BRAKE PEDAL VERY SPONGY (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 128,276 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 125,432 miles

plastic underside floor covers fitted

Pass 31 Mar 2022 122,523 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 116,106 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

plastic underside floor covers fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2020 113,461 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 107,008 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 101,117 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 69,047 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 93,266 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 87,563 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 87,539 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2014 81,040 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 80,767 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 61,317 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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DE59 EZL is a 2009 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 DE59 EZL, 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 DE59 EZL registered?

DE59 EZL is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 5 October 2009.

Is DE59 EZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE59 EZL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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