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GV59 TUU

2009 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

73,498 mi
Last recorded73,498 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 73,498 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 28 Apr 2025 71,698 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

undertrays fitted

Pass 11 May 2024 69,305 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened signs of previous overheating (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened signs of previous overheating (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement central arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 66,351 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Central arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2023 66,351 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Central arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 63,196 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 59,705 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Fail 19 Jun 2021 59,705 miles

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

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 9 Jul 2020 56,524 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 27 Apr 2019 53,059 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 21 May 2018 49,867 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 48,061 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Very low on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 40,508 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 34,759 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 29,635 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Dec 2013 23,243 miles

nsr tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 30 Nov 2012 18,125 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 TUU is a 2009 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 TUU, 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 GV59 TUU registered?

GV59 TUU is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 17 December 2009.

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