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BF59 DLJ

2009 BMW 1 Series

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

31,653 mi
Last recorded31,653 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 1 Series75,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF59 DLJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 31,653 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 30,453 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023 29,113 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 27,347 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 25,722 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 24,252 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive G.Box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 22,686 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 20,806 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 18,923 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 17,047 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2015 14,905 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 14,905 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 12,908 miles

n/s/f tyre has a cut in the outer tread

Pass 2 Sep 2013 10,917 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 8,638 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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BF59 DLJ is a 2009 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BF59 DLJ, 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 BF59 DLJ registered?

BF59 DLJ is a 2009 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 11 September 2009.

Is BF59 DLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF59 DLJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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