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EX59 FDP

2009 BMW 123

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

113,985 mi
Last recorded113,985 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12383,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX59 FDP
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 113,985 miles

Offside Rear tyres low

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

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 109,339 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 104,427 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 100,257 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S & O/S Control Arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 92,913 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 92,913 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both tyres on inner sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Both (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 82,497 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2020 82,451 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 77,629 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged both fronts (5.2.3 (j))

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged both rears (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 27 Aug 2019 77,629 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged both fronts (5.2.3 (j))

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged both rears (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 73,145 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

rear washer not working

Fail 14 Sep 2018 73,145 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

rear washer not working

Pass 23 Sep 2017 68,553 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 63,829 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 122,748 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 48,981 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 41,619 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 36,240 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 26,404 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 123?

Based on 78,838 MOT tests across 5,186 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
7,303
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
5,186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,813
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 975
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 630
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 505
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 456
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EX59 FDP is a 2009 BMW 123 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2009 BMW 123 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 83,292 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 123 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EX59 FDP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 123 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 123 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX59 FDP registered?

EX59 FDP is a 2009 BMW 123, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is EX59 FDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX59 FDP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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