2009 BMW 120 2.0L Diesel · CV59 FLJ
2009 BMW 120 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 10 Sept 2009. Recorded mileage 130,399 miles. MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 120
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Swansea
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 130,399 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
CV59 FLJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 24/09/2026
- 130,399 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CV59 FLJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 BMW 120 (CV59 FLJ) between September 2024 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (13 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened upper arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded both over axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))”; “Offside Front Outer Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.
CV59 FLJ Mileage History
- 18/09/2024120,633 mi
- 25/09/2025124,809 mi+4,176 mi
- 29/09/2025124,811 mi+2 mi
- 18/09/2026130,397 mi+5,586 mi
- 24/09/2026130,399 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 4,846 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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