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RV59 VYC

2009 BMW 123

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

101,502 mi
Last recorded101,502 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12383,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV59 VYC
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 101,502 miles

both front tyres worn inner edge

Pass 28 Jan 2025 99,205 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 95,651 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 91,129 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 86,649 miles

both rear tyres worn inner edge and cracking

Pass 28 Jan 2021 83,915 miles

Both front tyres worn on outer edge

Fail 27 Jan 2021 83,909 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Both front tyres worn on outer edge

Pass 24 Jan 2020 79,560 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2019 72,521 miles

rear pads getting low

Pass 20 Jan 2018 67,035 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 60,927 miles

Both front tyres perished

Pass 11 Jan 2016 57,791 miles

both front tyres starting to perish with in the tread

Pass 19 Jan 2015 57,025 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 56,213 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 49,347 miles

Both rear tyres getting low on tread

Pass 14 Aug 2012 30,840 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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RV59 VYC is a 2009 BMW 123 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 RV59 VYC, 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

How do I check the history of RV59 VYC?

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What year was RV59 VYC registered?

RV59 VYC is a 2009 BMW 123, first registered on 9 September 2009.

Is RV59 VYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV59 VYC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV59 VYC have outstanding finance?

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