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AD59 NLU

2009 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

159,545 mi
Last recorded159,545 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD59 NLU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2025 159,545 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 151,106 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2023 140,482 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 128,289 miles

Rear Upper Suspension rod ball joint has slight play both sides in the pin/ball joint on the rear most of the 2 upper rod/arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 114,922 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 107,268 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking and perishing on outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking and perishing on outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking and perishing on outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2019 98,349 miles

Nearside Rear 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 18 Jun 2018 90,661 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 85,307 miles

stone chips in screen

Pass 14 May 2016 71,475 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2015 60,568 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2014 50,262 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 32,092 miles

o/s/front washer jet poor

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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AD59 NLU is a 2009 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AD59 NLU, 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

How do I check the history of AD59 NLU?

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What year was AD59 NLU registered?

AD59 NLU is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 16 December 2009.

Is AD59 NLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD59 NLU shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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