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GX59 TWF

2009 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

40,664 mi
Last recorded40,664 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX59 TWF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 40,664 miles

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

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

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

Fail 31 Jul 2025 40,649 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2024 36,515 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 31,979 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 27,991 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 27,648 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 26,814 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 24,929 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 22,673 miles

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)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 21,395 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 18,895 miles

front tyres starting to wear on outer edge

Pass 22 Aug 2014 17,008 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 13,670 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 10,607 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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GX59 TWF is a 2009 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 GX59 TWF, 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 GX59 TWF registered?

GX59 TWF is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 9 September 2009.

Is GX59 TWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX59 TWF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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