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FG09 GVN

2009 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,962 mi
Last recorded79,962 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG09 GVN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 79,962 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (rubber perished slightly) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 76,195 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2025 76,195 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 69,982 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Apr 2024 69,982 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 64,167 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2023 64,167 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2022 60,119 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2021 53,336 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2020 49,265 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 43,759 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 37,992 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 31,662 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 27,559 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 24,000 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 20,862 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 20,862 miles

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 17,084 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 13,415 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 13,415 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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FG09 GVN is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FG09 GVN, 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 FG09 GVN registered?

FG09 GVN is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 17 April 2009.

Is FG09 GVN safe to buy?

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