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GV59 JZP

2009 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

145,138 mi
Last recorded145,138 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV59 JZP
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2021 145,138 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 127,483 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 108,107 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 77,967 miles

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 70,330 miles

rear tyres 3mm and slightly perished

Fail 6 Jun 2017 70,327 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

rear tyres 3mm and slightly perished

Fail 18 May 2017 70,311 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both 3mm and slightly perished (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 62,563 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 55,043 miles

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

Nails in o/s/r tyre.

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

Pass 5 Dec 2014 41,294 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Dec 2013 29,150 miles

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres worn on edges

Fail 10 Dec 2013 28,933 miles

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

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

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres worn on edges

Pass 6 Dec 2012 19,100 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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GV59 JZP is a 2009 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GV59 JZP, 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

How do I check the history of GV59 JZP?

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What year was GV59 JZP registered?

GV59 JZP is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 11 December 2009.

Is GV59 JZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV59 JZP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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