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EX59 TZR

2009 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

146,796 mi
Last recorded146,796 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX59 TZR
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 146,796 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2024 138,270 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 19 Apr 2023 126,849 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 110,946 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2022 110,946 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 102,116 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2021 102,116 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 95,501 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2020 95,501 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 88,001 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 79,339 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2017 69,009 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 63,156 miles

handbrake warning light on

Pass 14 Oct 2014 51,700 miles

NEAR SIDE FRONT TYRE IS DAMAGE ON SIDE WALL

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

Pass 2 Oct 2013 43,334 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 43,334 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 37,779 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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EX59 TZR is a 2009 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EX59 TZR, 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 EX59 TZR registered?

EX59 TZR is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 26 October 2009.

Is EX59 TZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX59 TZR shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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