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LR59 TTJ

2009 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

120,254 mi
Last recorded120,254 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12383,292 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR59 TTJ
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 120,254 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 112,549 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Nearside and offside (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 103,680 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2023 103,680 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 93,511 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 80,480 miles

plastic outer sill covers fitted

Fail 23 Nov 2021 80,480 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

plastic outer sill covers fitted

Pass 27 Nov 2020 62,860 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2019 54,904 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2019 54,904 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 48,235 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2018 48,232 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2017 41,755 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 35,429 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 28,245 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 24% (3.7.B.5b)

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin close/on limit (3.5.1g)

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 14 Nov 2014 22,278 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2013 16,659 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2013 16,659 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2012 13,656 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 123?

Based on 78,838 MOT tests across 5,186 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
7,303
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
5,186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,813
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 975
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 630
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 505
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 456
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LR59 TTJ is a 2009 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2009 BMW 123 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 83,292 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 123 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LR59 TTJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 123 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 123 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LR59 TTJ registered?

LR59 TTJ is a 2009 BMW 123, first registered on 23 October 2009.

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