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DC02 DEW

2009 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

162,433 mi
Last recorded162,433 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC02 DEW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2021 162,433 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2020 155,688 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Apr 2020 155,688 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 144,090 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 144,090 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 126,764 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2018 126,761 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2017 120,355 miles

Offside Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 105,095 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin low reserve opposite side to wear indicator (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 92,978 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 92,978 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 80,648 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 62,495 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 54,343 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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DC02 DEW is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DC02 DEW, 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.

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What year was DC02 DEW registered?

DC02 DEW is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is DC02 DEW safe to buy?

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