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A12 JYP

2009 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

115,801 mi
Last recorded115,801 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 3 Series81,861 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 JYP
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 115,801 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 111,354 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 104,629 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 96,746 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 88,261 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 85,038 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 75,938 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 71,499 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 71,499 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 65,451 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 54,546 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 31,689 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 31,448 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 26,674 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 21,825 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 16,573 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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A12 JYP is a 2009 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2009 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 81,861 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A12 JYP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 3 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A12 JYP?

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What year was A12 JYP registered?

A12 JYP is a 2009 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 17 April 2009.

Is A12 JYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 JYP shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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