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FE59 CXB

2009 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

175,728 mi
Last recorded175,728 miles
Recorded on9 May 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE59 CXB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2024 175,728 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner and outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 9 May 2024 175,728 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner and outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2023 164,494 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2022 152,505 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2021 141,525 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to crack on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to crack on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Mar 2021 141,523 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to crack on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2-3mm remaining (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to crack on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2-3mm remaining (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 137,728 miles

nearside front shock leaking slightly

rear sub frame corroded

Pass 24 Jan 2019 132,768 miles

Front wipers slightly worn

Offside rear shock leaking slightly

Pass 26 Jan 2018 127,727 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 122,294 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 14 Sep 2016 118,253 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2015 109,135 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 103,533 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 95,099 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 81,645 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 81,645 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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FE59 CXB 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 81.3%.

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 FE59 CXB, 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 FE59 CXB registered?

FE59 CXB is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 11 September 2009.

Is FE59 CXB safe to buy?

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