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EX59 XSE

2009 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

89,975 mi
Last recorded89,975 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX59 XSE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 89,975 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 24 Oct 2025 89,829 miles

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2024 78,980 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on inner treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge treads on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 78,415 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2023 78,397 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Stop lamp(s) insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 72,775 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 67,534 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 63,106 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Centre stop light unit damaged

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 60,396 miles

Central Rear brake light broken and insecure

engine cover and undertrays fitted obscuring testable items

Pass 9 Oct 2018 57,126 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 52,563 miles

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)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 47,388 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2016 47,388 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2015 42,389 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2015 42,389 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2014 37,089 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 30,458 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 23,948 miles

both front tyres worn low inner and outer edges

n/side rear tyre low tread 3mm

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 XSE is a 2009 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 XSE, 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 XSE registered?

EX59 XSE is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is EX59 XSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX59 XSE shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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