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LG09 NPC

2009 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

127,071 mi
Last recorded127,071 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG09 NPC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2019 127,071 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 5 Mar 2019 127,071 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Mar 2018 122,337 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 117,146 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 108,527 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 3 Mar 2015 99,614 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 99,614 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 86,898 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

slight wear on both front brake discs

Pass 8 Apr 2013 71,557 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2012 64,498 miles

front brake discs slightly lipped

nearside front tyre tread worn at outer edge

side front tyre tread worn at outer edge

Fail 29 Feb 2012 64,490 miles

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

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

front brake discs slightly lipped

nearside front tyre tread worn at outer edge

side front tyre tread worn at outer edge

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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LG09 NPC is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LG09 NPC, 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 LG09 NPC?

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What year was LG09 NPC registered?

LG09 NPC is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 13 March 2009.

Is LG09 NPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG09 NPC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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