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FG09 ZVK

2009 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

70,533 mi
Last recorded70,533 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG09 ZVK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 70,533 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm 205/50r17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm 205/50r17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 58,301 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2024 58,301 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2023 48,128 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2023 48,128 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 45,459 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Sep 2022 45,458 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))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2021 42,225 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated lightly perished. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated lightly perished. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 39,164 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2019 34,860 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 31,355 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2017 28,859 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 24,543 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 19,215 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 14,034 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 9,671 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 7,720 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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FG09 ZVK is a 2009 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FG09 ZVK, 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 FG09 ZVK registered?

FG09 ZVK is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 25 June 2009.

Is FG09 ZVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG09 ZVK shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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