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KT09 NLZ

2009 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

140,236 mi
Last recorded140,236 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT09 NLZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 140,236 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2024 135,683 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 131,237 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2023 131,237 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 125,220 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 124,307 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 122,182 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 118,114 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 111,916 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2018 111,916 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 99,628 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2016 92,680 miles

both/front/tyres/worn/edges

Pass 4 Mar 2015 87,232 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 77,715 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 68,815 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 56,111 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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KT09 NLZ is a 2009 BMW 120 in Blue 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 KT09 NLZ, 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 KT09 NLZ registered?

KT09 NLZ is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 2 March 2009.

Is KT09 NLZ safe to buy?

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