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CV59 EJN

2009 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,084 mi
Last recorded55,084 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV59 EJN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 55,084 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 54,036 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 51,846 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

General surface rust on suspension and chassis

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 48,075 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

general surface rust on suspension and chassis

Fail 22 Aug 2022 48,062 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

general surface rust on suspension and chassis

Pass 18 Aug 2021 44,886 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside and Nearside Front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 42,844 miles

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Offside and Nearside Front (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 38,625 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2019 38,516 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Aug 2018 34,419 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 30,880 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 25,927 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 21,696 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 17,830 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 15,149 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 12,407 miles

both front tyres badly cracked in tread pattern area

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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CV59 EJN is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CV59 EJN, 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 CV59 EJN registered?

CV59 EJN is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 5 September 2009.

Is CV59 EJN safe to buy?

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