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RE59 RKV

2009 BMW 135

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

71,533 mi
Last recorded71,533 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 13559,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE59 RKV
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2026 71,533 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2026 71,533 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2025 60,774 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2024 50,640 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Slight condensation to offside headlamp

Slight oil leak from rear diff

Pass 2 Aug 2023 48,423 miles

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

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

T.P.M warning active

Pass 5 Aug 2022 44,389 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 41,896 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 39,618 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2020 39,618 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 26 Jan 2019 34,079 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 30,993 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 28,054 miles

Brake reaction bushes are soft

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 19 Jan 2016 25,601 miles

All tyres are perished

Brake reaction bushes are soft

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 26 Jan 2015 23,396 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside front tyre perished.

Plastic sills fitted.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jan 2014 20,042 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 16,845 miles

trims fitted to outersills

How Reliable is the BMW 135?

Based on 20,607 MOT tests across 1,654 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
4,740
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,654
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 327
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 231
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 114
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 70
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 60
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RE59 RKV is a 2009 BMW 135 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 BMW 135 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 59,384 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 135 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 327 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RE59 RKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 135 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 135 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RE59 RKV?

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What year was RE59 RKV registered?

RE59 RKV is a 2009 BMW 135, first registered on 21 November 2009.

Is RE59 RKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE59 RKV 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.

Does RE59 RKV have outstanding finance?

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