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DN59 XVX

2009 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

183,219 mi
Last recorded183,219 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN59 XVX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2024 183,219 miles

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

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

Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

undertray fitted

Fail 1 Oct 2024 183,219 miles

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

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

Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

undertray fitted

Pass 31 Oct 2023 181,676 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

undertrays

Fail 27 Oct 2023 181,667 miles

Coil spring insecure likely to become detached not seated properly (5.3.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

undertrays

Pass 18 Nov 2022 179,555 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2022 179,555 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2021 176,208 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight play in o/s rear upper inner suspension arm mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen, right side lower (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 174,057 miles

Nearside Front Suspension rod damaged but not seriously weakened Anti roll bar link rod has a slight bend in it. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drivers side front wheel/ brake binding

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight play at o/s rear suspension arm upper inner ball joint/bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 171,032 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2018 150,272 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 135,175 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 15 Dec 2016 118,819 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 99,601 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2015 99,392 miles

Centre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 81,556 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 3 Dec 2013 59,946 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2013 59,946 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 48,860 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 34,299 miles

Rear discs slightly pitted

Small chips in windscreen swept 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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DN59 XVX is a 2009 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 DN59 XVX, 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 DN59 XVX registered?

DN59 XVX is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 23 December 2009.

Is DN59 XVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN59 XVX shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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