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GY59 XTW

2009 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

141,195 mi
Last recorded141,195 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY59 XTW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 141,195 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 137,809 miles

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rears (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2024 130,671 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

handbrake Insufficient reserve travel

Pass 31 May 2023 125,332 miles
Fail 30 May 2023 125,332 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 120,642 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2021 111,758 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2021 111,758 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 103,324 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 95,618 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 85,123 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring testable items

Rear Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

Undertrays fitted obscuring testable items

Fail 22 Aug 2018 85,122 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring testable items

Rear Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

Undertrays fitted obscuring testable items

Pass 25 Aug 2017 65,599 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 44,388 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 38,985 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 31,572 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2013 24,302 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 16,098 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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GY59 XTW is a 2009 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GY59 XTW, 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 GY59 XTW registered?

GY59 XTW is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 10 November 2009.

Is GY59 XTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY59 XTW shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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