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B7 GJP

2009 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

151,912 mi
Last recorded151,912 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB7 GJP
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 151,912 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 145,543 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 138,114 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2023 130,099 miles

nearside front brake wear indicator not located

Pass 12 Jan 2022 119,876 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2021 112,739 miles

no emissions detected

Pass 3 Jan 2020 108,552 miles

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

Nearside Front brake pad wear sensor tied up/not fitted to pads

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

Fail 2 Jan 2020 108,532 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower/outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front brake pad wear sensor tied up/not fitted to pads

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

Pass 29 Dec 2018 100,636 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 89,908 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 79,334 miles

engine bay covers and under trays fitted

Pass 30 Dec 2015 69,704 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2015 62,560 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jan 2014 51,296 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

runs to clean to get emissions reading

Pass 3 Jan 2013 34,504 miles

emissions clean not able to obtain reading

Pass 3 Jan 2012 27,729 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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B7 GJP is a 2009 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 B7 GJP, 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 B7 GJP registered?

B7 GJP is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 21 January 2009.

Is B7 GJP safe to buy?

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