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DE59 BVM

2009 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

100,361 mi
Last recorded100,361 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE59 BVM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 100,361 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 96,191 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2023 91,334 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/r o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded n/s/r o/s/r (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Under tray fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2022 87,394 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm devoid of tread outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm devoid of tread outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Nov 2022 87,152 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm devoid of tread outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm devoid of tread outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavy corrosion to inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 80,283 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 77,755 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 71,460 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 65,267 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 58,512 miles

exhaust flexible joint deteriorated

Pass 27 Aug 2016 52,525 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 48,860 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 43,595 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 36,826 miles

nail in osr tyre

Pass 12 Sep 2012 28,800 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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DE59 BVM is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DE59 BVM, 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 DE59 BVM registered?

DE59 BVM is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 19 September 2009.

Is DE59 BVM safe to buy?

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