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LD59 RCX

2009 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

136,242 mi
Last recorded136,242 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD59 RCX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 136,242 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 May 2025 136,242 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2024 121,872 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 119,960 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))

Pass 10 Mar 2022 117,087 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 115,499 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2020 111,546 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 102,176 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 97,550 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 97,550 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2017 94,004 miles

engine x under covers fitted

Pass 4 Oct 2016 76,779 miles

both front tyres close to limit x cut out on edges

engine x under covers fitted /

Pass 7 Oct 2015 51,456 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 32,885 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2013 21,537 miles

nearside rear tyre is getting close to legal limit

Pass 25 Sep 2012 14,779 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 RCX is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RCX, 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 RCX registered?

LD59 RCX is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is LD59 RCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD59 RCX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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