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AK59 LZF

2009 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

62,003 mi
Last recorded62,003 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 1 Series75,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 LZF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 62,003 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2025 52,208 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 51,254 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2022 50,473 miles

Both front tyres perished/cracking

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear and perished/cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Dec 2021 49,449 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 47,123 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 43,768 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 38,856 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Nov 2018 38,856 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 33,211 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 23,155 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 2 nails ()

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

Pass 6 Nov 2015 17,207 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 12,511 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 9,682 miles

oil level low

small chip in windscreen

Pass 4 Sep 2012 6,885 miles

windscreen chipped

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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AK59 LZF is a 2009 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 75,077 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK59 LZF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 1 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AK59 LZF?

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What year was AK59 LZF registered?

AK59 LZF is a 2009 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 September 2009.

Is AK59 LZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK59 LZF 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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