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AV58 VZW

2009 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

110,785 mi
Last recorded110,785 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2016
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV58 VZW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2016 110,785 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 93,745 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 14 Oct 2015

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Sep 2014 91,064 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 61,427 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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AV58 VZW is a 2009 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 AV58 VZW, 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 AV58 VZW registered?

AV58 VZW is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 6 February 2009.

Is AV58 VZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV58 VZW shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AV58 VZW have outstanding finance?

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