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DT59 MCL

2009 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

104,010 mi
Last recorded104,010 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDT59 MCL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 104,010 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))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

general underbody corrosion

Pass 30 Jun 2025 98,672 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2024 91,680 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023 88,586 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear brake pads, close to limit

Rear indicators fading

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2022 84,285 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2022 84,285 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 79,900 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 75,200 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 69,736 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 63,189 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 56,043 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 48,842 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 41,177 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 35,262 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 29,400 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 23,243 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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DT59 MCL is a 2009 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DT59 MCL, 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.

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What year was DT59 MCL registered?

DT59 MCL is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is DT59 MCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DT59 MCL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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