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LD59 RVF

2009 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

94,067 mi
Last recorded94,067 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD59 RVF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 94,067 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 92,319 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 89,733 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2023 89,709 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 87,520 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 85,528 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 83,898 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 81,741 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear handbrake weak

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 12 Nov 2019 81,733 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear handbrake weak

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 77,676 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 73,941 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside diff oil seal leaking

Pass 23 Nov 2016 70,293 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2015 66,851 miles

no smoke detected at smoke test meter head.

Pass 12 Nov 2014 62,200 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emmisions too clean peak not detected

n/s/f tyre wearing outer edge

o/s/f tyre wearing outer edges

Pass 7 Nov 2013 56,599 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Nov 2012 51,321 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 48,987 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 RVF is a 2009 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 RVF, 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 RVF registered?

LD59 RVF is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 9 October 2009.

Is LD59 RVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD59 RVF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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