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GV59 OKH

2009 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

102,756 mi
Last recorded102,756 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV59 OKH
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2022 102,756 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 100,106 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil slight seepage (5.3.2 (b))

offside front headlamp slight reduce intensity

Fail 9 Dec 2021 100,101 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick brake pad lining coming away from metal backing (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil slight seepage (5.3.2 (b))

offside front headlamp slight reduce intensity

Pass 10 Dec 2020 98,594 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2019 94,149 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2019 94,149 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Semaphore indicator arm incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2018 85,457 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

both front tyres perishing

chips in front windscreen

o/s/r tyre perishing

Pass 24 Nov 2017 75,240 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 68,182 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 58,904 miles

both front tyres are showing signs of age

Pass 10 Dec 2014 51,686 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside rear & offside rear tyres wearing more on the inner edges

Pass 26 Nov 2013 42,990 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 35,409 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 OKH is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GV59 OKH, 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 GV59 OKH registered?

GV59 OKH is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 14 December 2009.

Is GV59 OKH safe to buy?

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