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VU59 OCL

2009 BMW 125

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

143,412 mi
Last recorded143,412 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 12554,561 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU59 OCL
MakeBMW
Model125
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 6 Sep 2019 143,412 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 28 Jul 2018 133,756 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear bumper damaged

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 83,408 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

rear bumper damaged

Pass 8 Jul 2016 57,061 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 49,541 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 40,436 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 29,627 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 25,424 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Aug 2012 24,661 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the BMW 125?

Based on 59,027 MOT tests across 5,126 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
6,168
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
5,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 378
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 374
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 204
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 170
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VU59 OCL is a 2009 BMW 125 in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 BMW 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 54,561 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU59 OCL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU59 OCL registered?

VU59 OCL is a 2009 BMW 125, first registered on 11 September 2009.

Is VU59 OCL safe to buy?

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