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BU09 UWZ

2009 BMW 1 Series

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

128,484 mi
Last recorded128,484 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 1 Series75,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU09 UWZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 128,484 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2025 114,426 miles

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 97,114 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Jul 2024 97,114 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb in wrong (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb in wrong (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 82,491 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 70,522 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 68,355 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 65,580 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 62,135 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 56,464 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 50,228 miles

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Front tyres worn on outer edge

Pass 14 Jul 2016 44,489 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 30,920 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 23,803 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 23,621 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 18,393 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 11,600 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 11,600 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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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BU09 UWZ is a 2009 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BU09 UWZ, 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

How do I check the history of BU09 UWZ?

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What year was BU09 UWZ registered?

BU09 UWZ is a 2009 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 6 June 2009.

Is BU09 UWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU09 UWZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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