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VU59 NYT

2009 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

111,793 mi
Last recorded111,793 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU59 NYT
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 111,793 miles

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 6 Nov 2025 111,723 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 9 Nov 2024 103,389 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Nov 2024 103,386 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2023 101,891 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2023 101,890 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake inoperative on one side Both N/S and O/S (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Both N/S and O/S (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 96,901 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake just met requirements will require adjustment / repair

Pass 8 Oct 2021 92,259 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Bump stop dropped

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall protection (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Wheel damage inner rim

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Both bump stops worn

Steering column bottom bush worn

Tmps light on

Undertrays fitted

Fail 7 Oct 2021 92,259 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Bump stop dropped

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall protection (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Wheel damage inner rim

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Both bump stops worn

Steering column bottom bush worn

Tmps light on

Undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Sep 2020 87,509 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Sep 2020 87,507 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 80,420 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2018 72,931 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2017 58,069 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 45,830 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45r1791v pirelli p zero run flat (4.1.E.1)

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

under covers fitted

Pass 12 Sep 2015 38,359 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 30,778 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 25,222 miles

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)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 19,610 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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VU59 NYT is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 VU59 NYT, 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 VU59 NYT registered?

VU59 NYT is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 21 September 2009.

Is VU59 NYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU59 NYT shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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