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YE59 ZXZ

2009 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

77,160 mi
Last recorded77,160 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE59 ZXZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 77,160 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 76,481 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2025 76,481 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn REAR OF TWO (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 75,668 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 68,611 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2022 66,902 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 65,630 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 62,999 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 58,809 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

lower under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 12 Dec 2018 58,809 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror housing /sharp edge (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

lower under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 10 Nov 2017 55,695 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 40,601 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2016 40,601 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Dec 2015 33,552 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 31,210 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 25,951 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 20,219 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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YE59 ZXZ is a 2009 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YE59 ZXZ, 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 YE59 ZXZ registered?

YE59 ZXZ is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 16 December 2009.

Is YE59 ZXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE59 ZXZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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