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SW59 APU

2009 BMW 123

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

52,964 mi
Last recorded52,964 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 12383,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW59 APU
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2024 52,964 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 47,943 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 42,412 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to wear bar indicators (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to wear bar indicators (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2014 34,605 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 34,605 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 23 May 2013 21,843 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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SW59 APU is a 2009 BMW 123 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SW59 APU, 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 SW59 APU?

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What year was SW59 APU registered?

SW59 APU is a 2009 BMW 123, first registered on 26 November 2009.

Is SW59 APU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW59 APU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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