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AV59 GWL

2009 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

123,281 mi
Last recorded123,281 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 1 Series75,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV59 GWL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 123,281 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 117,437 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2023 109,756 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 104,339 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 98,193 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2021 98,193 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Aug 2020 88,315 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 80,233 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

SLIGHT EXHAUST BLOW AT FRONT FLEXIE

Pass 13 Aug 2018 78,503 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2017 69,566 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 54,919 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 47,306 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 37,788 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 29,304 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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AV59 GWL is a 2009 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AV59 GWL, 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 AV59 GWL registered?

AV59 GWL is a 2009 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is AV59 GWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV59 GWL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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