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C40 PNR

2009 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,827 mi
Last recorded122,827 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC40 PNR
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2025 122,827 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured o/s and n/s (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 121,084 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2023 117,735 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 114,212 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 110,583 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 107,151 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 105,022 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 101,961 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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C40 PNR is a 2009 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C40 PNR, 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 C40 PNR registered?

C40 PNR is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is C40 PNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C40 PNR shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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