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CE09 FLZ

2009 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

102,235 mi
Last recorded102,235 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE09 FLZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 102,235 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 91,777 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 10 Feb 2025 91,777 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 84,091 miles

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

Offside Rear brake tight when turned by hand

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 76,435 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2022 76,435 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 72,595 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 69,149 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 65,194 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 60,442 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin at limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 55,130 miles

Offside Front jacking point damaged

Pass 3 Jun 2016 43,609 miles

all four tyres are worn on the inner edges

Pass 1 Jun 2015 35,707 miles

offside front jacking point damaged

Pass 6 Jun 2014 29,090 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 23,109 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 19,022 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 18,991 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 18,991 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nail in tread o/s/r tyre

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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CE09 FLZ is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CE09 FLZ, 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 CE09 FLZ registered?

CE09 FLZ is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 23 March 2009.

Is CE09 FLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE09 FLZ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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