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WL59 AZG

2009 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,677 mi
Last recorded93,677 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL59 AZG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 93,677 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device slightly cracking

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2024 81,117 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 77,236 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Mar 2023 70,967 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 66,527 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2022 66,527 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim Inner bead (5.2.3 (k))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 62,924 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 61,004 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Mar 2020 61,004 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 59,518 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 55,303 miles

Both rear tyres won on inner edges and perished

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Fail 6 Jul 2018 55,287 miles

Brake performance not tested engine missfire (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested missfire (8.2.1.2 (d))

Both rear tyres won on inner edges and perished

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 8 Jun 2018 55,055 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 46,305 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 37,074 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 37,074 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 May 2015 30,346 miles

all 4 tyres perishing on side wall

Pass 20 May 2014 24,534 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 22,913 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 17,879 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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WL59 AZG is a 2009 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WL59 AZG, 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 WL59 AZG registered?

WL59 AZG is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is WL59 AZG safe to buy?

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