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DLS 1M

2009 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

32,419 mi
Last recorded32,419 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLS 1M
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 32,419 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 32,258 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 31,254 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 30,963 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 30,146 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 29,674 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 28,865 miles

under tray tray damaged

Fail 18 Mar 2020 28,865 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

under tray tray damaged

Pass 2 Nov 2018 22,257 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 17,693 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 17,066 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 12,350 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 11,229 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 9,884 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 8,564 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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DLS 1M is a 2009 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DLS 1M, 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

How do I check the history of DLS 1M?

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What year was DLS 1M registered?

DLS 1M is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 12 October 2009.

Is DLS 1M safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLS 1M shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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