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LD59 RNJ

2009 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

55,171 mi
Last recorded55,171 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD59 RNJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2019 55,171 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 53,367 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 49,690 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2017 49,690 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 44,395 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 44,395 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 38,913 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 30,148 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs lipped/worn

Fail 14 Oct 2014 30,148 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres very heavily worn/bald on inner edges

front brake discs lipped/worn

Pass 21 Oct 2013 17,461 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Sep 2012 16,057 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyres showing signs of age related cracks in tread

both rear tyres worn bald at inner edges of tread---cords soon

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 RNJ is a 2009 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RNJ, 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 RNJ registered?

LD59 RNJ is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is LD59 RNJ safe to buy?

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