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LD59 MGO

2009 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

157,296 mi
Last recorded157,296 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2020
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD59 MGO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2020 157,296 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2019 145,631 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 139,000 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 133,324 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 126,142 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 12,349 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 108,207 miles

Both rear tyres worn on insde edge.

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

N/S rear bodywork damaged.

O/S front tyre worn on outer edges.

Reversing sensor fault.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2013 91,584 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Sep 2013 91,584 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 MGO is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LD59 MGO, 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.

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What year was LD59 MGO registered?

LD59 MGO is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 31 October 2009.

Is LD59 MGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD59 MGO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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