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HK59 AOE

2009 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

142,902 mi
Last recorded142,902 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK59 AOE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 142,902 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 133,807 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front 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 6 Nov 2023 124,988 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 116,210 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 18 Oct 2021 104,099 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear jack point rubber missing

Fail 18 Oct 2021 104,099 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear jack point rubber missing

Pass 6 Nov 2020 93,461 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2020 93,458 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play not able to check due to binding brake. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2019 81,916 miles

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

under-tray fitted

Fail 18 Jun 2019 81,916 miles

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

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

under-tray fitted

Pass 2 Oct 2018 78,743 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 77,467 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

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

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

damage to near side outer sill and door

Pass 18 Jan 2017 68,999 miles

damage to nearside sill and step however covered by plastics so unable to see the damage

Pass 19 Jan 2016 56,538 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2014 45,422 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 37,134 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 35,427 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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HK59 AOE is a 2009 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 HK59 AOE, 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 HK59 AOE registered?

HK59 AOE is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 18 December 2009.

Is HK59 AOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK59 AOE shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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