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AO58 WJL

2009 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

49,182 mi
Last recorded49,182 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO58 WJL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 49,182 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 21 Aug 2025 49,182 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2024 43,705 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 43,170 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 42,362 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 41,419 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 39,500 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2019 38,570 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 36,954 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 34,975 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 33,971 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 31 Dec 2015 31,613 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 27,823 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2015 27,823 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 24,169 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jan 2013 20,514 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 15,785 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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AO58 WJL is a 2009 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 75,835 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO58 WJL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO58 WJL registered?

AO58 WJL is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 24 January 2009.

Is AO58 WJL safe to buy?

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