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WP09 ZTZ

2009 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2022
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

124,023 mi
Last recorded124,023 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP09 ZTZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2021 124,023 miles

engine cover/ under trays fitted obscuring some under view

Fail 16 Jul 2021 124,023 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine cover/ under trays fitted obscuring some under view

Pass 8 Jul 2020 117,651 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 111,148 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2019 111,148 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure front downpipe clamp loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 102,115 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 102,115 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 91,422 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 21 Jul 2017 91,422 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 29 Jul 2016 79,754 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 79,754 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Jul 2015 69,494 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 69,494 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 62,149 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 May 2013 56,706 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 50,768 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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WP09 ZTZ is a 2009 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 WP09 ZTZ, 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 WP09 ZTZ registered?

WP09 ZTZ is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 20 July 2009.

Is WP09 ZTZ safe to buy?

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