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HN59 OPU

2009 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

58,163 mi
Last recorded58,163 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN59 OPU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 58,163 miles

*TESTED IN WET CONDITIONS*

Nearside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement *TORQUE (FRONT) ARM INNER BUSH* (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords *205/55/16 94W* (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement *TORQUE (FRONT) ARM INNER BUSH* (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 54,530 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides forward arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Nov 2024 54,530 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides forward arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 50,171 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 45,993 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 19 Nov 2021 40,901 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 37,603 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2019 34,144 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Front SLIGHT DAMPNESS AROUND OFFSIDE FRONT BRAKE CALIPER

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

Pass 13 Nov 2018 28,664 miles

Nearside Rear TYRE , CRACKS APPEARING

Pass 11 Nov 2017 25,585 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 24,336 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 17,819 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 15,518 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Nov 2013 13,138 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 10,827 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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HN59 OPU is a 2009 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 HN59 OPU, 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 HN59 OPU registered?

HN59 OPU is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 12 November 2009.

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