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AK59 VPU

2009 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2022
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

264,982 mi
Last recorded264,982 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 1 Series75,077 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 VPU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2021 264,982 miles

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

Fail 22 Feb 2021 264,982 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps BOTH (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2020 251,667 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2020 251,637 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2019 232,950 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2013 98,729 miles

front brake pads

Pass 17 Sep 2012 90,290 miles

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 VPU is a 2009 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VPU, 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

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What year was AK59 VPU registered?

AK59 VPU is a 2009 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 9 October 2009.

Is AK59 VPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK59 VPU shows 7 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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