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DN02 DAD

2009 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

75,590 mi
Last recorded75,590 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 1 Series75,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN02 DAD
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 75,590 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff seal weaping oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2024 71,851 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2023 68,661 miles

Both rear tyres worn low on inner edges

Pass 15 Sep 2022 65,406 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 30 Sep 2021 60,924 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 58,876 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 56,475 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 53,496 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2018 53,496 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 50,215 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 44,229 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 38,013 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 32,493 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 32,410 miles

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 26,940 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 21,235 miles

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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DN02 DAD is a 2009 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DN02 DAD, 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.

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What year was DN02 DAD registered?

DN02 DAD is a 2009 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 September 2009.

Is DN02 DAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN02 DAD shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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