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CU59 BVO

2009 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,681 mi
Last recorded86,681 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2020
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU59 BVO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2020 86,681 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Oct 2020 86,636 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 83,475 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 76,860 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2017 71,319 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 62,416 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2016 62,414 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 52,543 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 43,202 miles

NSR tyre worn close to legal limit (1.8mm)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Nov 2013 33,239 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 20,700 miles

N/S/F Tyre worn bald on outer edge

Fail 21 Nov 2012 20,700 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

N/S/F Tyre worn bald on outer edge

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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CU59 BVO is a 2009 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CU59 BVO, 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 CU59 BVO registered?

CU59 BVO is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 27 November 2009.

Is CU59 BVO safe to buy?

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