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CX59 SPU

2009 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

153,622 mi
Last recorded153,622 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX59 SPU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 153,622 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper And Lower Arms Corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper And Lower Arms Corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 16% (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 May 2025 145,427 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All Rear Subframe Suspension Arm Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All Rear Arms Corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Parts Of sub Frame Coved In Under Seal (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 142,523 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2022 139,601 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad wear sensor insecure

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

Pass 10 Sep 2021 132,411 miles

Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

General corrosion to under body of vehicle

Nearside Front Pad wear indicator fitted incorrectly, rubbing wheel

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive General corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Sep 2021 132,410 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

General corrosion to under body of vehicle

Nearside Front Pad wear indicator fitted incorrectly, rubbing wheel

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive General corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 124,628 miles

Nearside Rear brake pipe corroded

Central heat shield nuts missing.coming loose

Pass 5 Sep 2019 117,484 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front brake discs scored and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material O/S/R metal brake pipe coated in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 108,847 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S/F tyre worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 99,695 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

chip in screen

Pass 7 Sep 2016 89,488 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit INNER AND OUTER EDGES WORN (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Sep 2016 89,488 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit INNER AND OUTER EDGES WORN (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 79,960 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 70,843 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2013 57,822 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 44,678 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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CX59 SPU is a 2009 BMW 120 in Red 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 CX59 SPU, 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 CX59 SPU registered?

CX59 SPU is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 4 September 2009.

Is CX59 SPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX59 SPU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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