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J66 KTL

2009 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

118,841 mi
Last recorded118,841 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ66 KTL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2025 118,841 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 117,338 miles

Nearside Front track rod end securing nut not fully into locking nut.

Fail 6 Mar 2024 117,336 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/40/18Y XL (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Mar 2023 114,502 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2023 114,501 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 109,393 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 105,644 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 103,098 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 97,873 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2017 91,813 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 81,993 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 70,613 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2014 56,729 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 56,729 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 55,244 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 42,015 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

low brake pad warning lamp on.

Pass 1 Oct 2012 36,097 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 36,067 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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J66 KTL is a 2009 BMW 120 in Blue 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 J66 KTL, 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 J66 KTL registered?

J66 KTL is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 26 September 2009.

Is J66 KTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J66 KTL 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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