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HJ59 LVT

2009 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

161,458 mi
Last recorded161,458 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ59 LVT
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2024 161,458 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Oct 2024 161,447 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 155,010 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 147,479 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 139,264 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Sep 2021 139,264 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 132,741 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 123,276 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 112,110 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 103,940 miles

front tyres worn on outer edges

rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 9 Sep 2016 95,394 miles

o/side number plate bulb dull

Front tyres wearing on inner edges

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 86,694 miles

rear tyres are on legal limit

Pass 12 Sep 2014 76,094 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 64,487 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 52,537 miles

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

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

o/s front tyre wearing on outer edgs

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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HJ59 LVT is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 HJ59 LVT, 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 HJ59 LVT registered?

HJ59 LVT is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 17 September 2009.

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