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AM59 MVY

2009 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

126,321 mi
Last recorded126,321 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 1 Series75,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM59 MVY
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 126,321 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2025 115,956 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 112,424 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 102,918 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing slightly on inside edge

some travel on h/brake

Pass 10 Mar 2022 90,738 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2021 88,276 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 82,404 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 68,298 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 68,295 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Sep 2017 56,670 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 50,439 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside & offside (1.4.A.2f)

nearside & offside rear tyre worn unevenly

Fail 27 Aug 2016 50,439 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside & offside (1.4.A.2f)

nearside & offside rear tyre worn unevenly

Pass 24 Aug 2015 45,728 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 36,256 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 25,103 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 20,785 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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AM59 MVY is a 2009 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AM59 MVY, 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.

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What year was AM59 MVY registered?

AM59 MVY is a 2009 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 12 September 2009.

Is AM59 MVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM59 MVY shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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