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L30 NSC

2009 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

118,313 mi
Last recorded118,313 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL30 NSC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 118,313 miles

Coolant leak ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 14 Dec 2024 113,607 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 112,056 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2024 112,047 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 111,790 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 110,094 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 107,166 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2020 107,166 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2019 98,679 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2019 98,679 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear tyre and suspension not tested due to brakes excessively binding

Pass 11 Dec 2017 90,469 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2017 90,454 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 76,651 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 76,651 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 68,011 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 68,011 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2014 50,079 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 31,544 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 25,033 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 25,033 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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L30 NSC is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 L30 NSC, 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

How do I check the history of L30 NSC?

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What year was L30 NSC registered?

L30 NSC is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 3 September 2009.

Is L30 NSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L30 NSC shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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