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LD59 FNC

2009 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

98,114 mi
Last recorded98,114 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD59 FNC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 98,114 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 92,806 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 85,254 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 82,499 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

full under trays fitted not allowing full check

Pass 28 Aug 2020 76,860 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 70,676 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 65,000 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 59,116 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2016 53,928 miles

Front tyres worn outside edges

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

Offside Rear tyre worn inside edge

Pass 10 Dec 2015 47,880 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 40,151 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2014 40,151 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 23 Dec 2013 31,560 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 31,457 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 24,382 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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LD59 FNC is a 2009 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LD59 FNC, 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 LD59 FNC registered?

LD59 FNC is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 18 September 2009.

Is LD59 FNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD59 FNC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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