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AF59 VBM

2009 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

73,120 mi
Last recorded73,120 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF59 VBM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 73,120 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 72,729 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 72,652 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 71,016 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 65,632 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 64,828 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 61,885 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 57,773 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 52,959 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2016 47,082 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 43,635 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 41,284 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 41,284 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 38,106 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 33,039 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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AF59 VBM is a 2009 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AF59 VBM, 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 AF59 VBM registered?

AF59 VBM is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 18 September 2009.

Is AF59 VBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF59 VBM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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