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BMZ 1147

2009 BMW 123

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,365 mi
Last recorded66,365 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12383,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMZ 1147
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 66,365 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edge[s] (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim damage (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edge[s] (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edge[s] (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 19 Jul 2025 66,014 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edge[s] (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim damage (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edge[s] (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edge[s] (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 53,136 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 43,403 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 34,661 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 30,728 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 1 Oct 2020 22,272 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 19,168 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2018 18,107 miles

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

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

Rear both tyres bald on inner edges advise alignment/camber check

Pass 29 Sep 2017 16,209 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 14,800 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 13,818 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 13,818 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 11,592 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 10,618 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Sep 2012 9,130 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 123?

Based on 78,838 MOT tests across 5,186 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
7,303
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
5,186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,813
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 975
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 630
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 505
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 456
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BMZ 1147 is a 2009 BMW 123 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 BMW 123 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 83,292 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 123 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BMZ 1147, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 123 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 123 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BMZ 1147 registered?

BMZ 1147 is a 2009 BMW 123, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is BMZ 1147 safe to buy?

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