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H26 RVV

2009 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

77,789 mi
Last recorded77,789 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH26 RVV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 77,789 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2024 72,855 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 65,914 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 65,516 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 63,306 miles

Brake pedal pivot has slight wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad wear indicator defective

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 60,160 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 54,324 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2020 54,324 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 50,835 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 46,399 miles

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 25 Jul 2017 43,915 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 41,896 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2015 36,363 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2014 30,381 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 23,957 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 20,363 miles

offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

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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H26 RVV is a 2009 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 H26 RVV, 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 H26 RVV registered?

H26 RVV is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 27 November 2009.

Is H26 RVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H26 RVV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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