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AJ59 EXB

2009 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

132,873 mi
Last recorded132,873 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ59 EXB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2023 132,873 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 131,133 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 128,353 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 126,137 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 121,876 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 117,377 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 29 Mar 2018 117,357 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2017 113,317 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 27 Mar 2017 113,316 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 108,997 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 104,842 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 101,111 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 92,128 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 74,175 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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AJ59 EXB is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 AJ59 EXB, 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.

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What year was AJ59 EXB registered?

AJ59 EXB is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 17 October 2009.

Is AJ59 EXB safe to buy?

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