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PN59 VYB

2009 BMW 123

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

223,683 mi
Last recorded223,683 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 12383,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN59 VYB
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2024 223,683 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 210,212 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2023 210,127 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2022 193,562 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 174,558 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 161,508 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 145,727 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2018 132,386 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 132,385 miles

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Near and offside rear discs are badly scored and pitted on inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2017 119,279 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 103,856 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 86,954 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 71,697 miles

Diesel smoke test peak not detected

Pass 19 Aug 2013 55,332 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 55,332 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2012 40,661 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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PN59 VYB is a 2009 BMW 123 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PN59 VYB, 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 PN59 VYB registered?

PN59 VYB is a 2009 BMW 123, first registered on 11 September 2009.

Is PN59 VYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN59 VYB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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