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HN59 XFC

2009 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,937 mi
Last recorded69,937 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN59 XFC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 69,937 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device deteriorated.

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 60,243 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 58,590 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 55,346 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2023 55,346 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Nov 2022 52,261 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/f Tyre perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s/f Tyre perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Nov 2022 52,261 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/f Tyre perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s/f Tyre perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2021 50,431 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Nov 2021 50,431 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 49,396 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and damage to sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2019 46,662 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 40,171 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 35,201 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2017 35,201 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Nov 2016 32,684 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 31,610 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2014 29,637 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 29,637 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 25,558 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 19,267 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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HN59 XFC is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HN59 XFC, 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 XFC registered?

HN59 XFC is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 28 November 2009.

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