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KN59 TZB

2009 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,756 mi
Last recorded66,756 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN59 TZB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 66,756 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2026 66,756 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2025 65,909 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 65,433 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 64,757 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2023 64,757 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2022 62,996 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge across tread pattern (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge across tread pattern (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 62,031 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 61,120 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 58,864 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 55,503 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 51,915 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 45,769 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 42,743 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 38,478 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jan 2013 33,770 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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KN59 TZB is a 2009 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KN59 TZB, 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 KN59 TZB registered?

KN59 TZB is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 7 November 2009.

Is KN59 TZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN59 TZB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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