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BN09 RVP

2009 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,219 mi
Last recorded108,219 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2018
Typical for 2009 BMW 1 Series75,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN09 RVP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2018 108,219 miles

o/s and n/s front flexi hoses perished

Pass 14 Jun 2017 99,886 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint drop link (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Jun 2017 99,746 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint drop link (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 91,089 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 27 May 2015 83,193 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 70,272 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 May 2013 60,850 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Feb 2013 58,433 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 58,433 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 44,871 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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BN09 RVP is a 2009 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BN09 RVP, 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 BN09 RVP registered?

BN09 RVP is a 2009 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 23 March 2009.

Is BN09 RVP safe to buy?

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