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WV59 VJM

2009 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

193,432 mi
Last recorded193,432 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV59 VJM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 193,432 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 190,814 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

prop shaft rubber perished

Fail 7 Jan 2025 190,814 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

prop shaft rubber perished

Pass 9 Jan 2024 182,021 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Fail 9 Jan 2024 182,019 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 171,812 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.55mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 9 Jan 2023 171,812 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.55mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2022 161,758 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2021 151,860 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 143,094 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2020 143,070 miles

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both front tyres inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2019 113,081 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 122,436 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 113,171 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 97,941 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 83,355 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2015 83,355 miles

Offside Inner Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Jan 2014 72,882 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 3 Jan 2014 72,878 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2012 59,426 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 59,388 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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WV59 VJM is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2009 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 75,835 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WV59 VJM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WV59 VJM registered?

WV59 VJM is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is WV59 VJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV59 VJM shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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