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NL59 XZG

2009 BMW 135

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

74,747 mi
Last recorded74,747 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 13559,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL59 XZG
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 74,747 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2026 74,747 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/40/18 nankang sportnex ar-1 fitted (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2025 73,484 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 71,039 miles

Rear rear seat removed

Pass 4 Aug 2023 67,318 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2023 67,243 miles

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 62,072 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 57,312 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 53,453 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 50,942 miles

front tyres worn on outer edges

offside rear tyre side wall scuffed all the way around

Pass 22 Aug 2018 44,414 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 37,523 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 33,311 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 29,175 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 28,890 miles

Front Both front tyres perrished

Pass 5 Nov 2014 25,523 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 11 Nov 2013 22,807 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 17,724 miles

front tyres slightly perished

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 23 Dec 2011 11,877 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Dec 2011 11,877 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 135?

Based on 20,607 MOT tests across 1,654 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
4,740
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,654
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 327
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 231
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 114
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 70
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 60
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NL59 XZG is a 2009 BMW 135 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2009 BMW 135 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 59,384 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 135 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 327 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NL59 XZG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 135 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 135 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NL59 XZG registered?

NL59 XZG is a 2009 BMW 135, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is NL59 XZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL59 XZG shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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