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DN59 FEV

2009 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

103,246 mi
Last recorded103,246 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 1 Series75,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN59 FEV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 103,246 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 94,018 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 93,681 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 91,678 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 90,315 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 90,315 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Sep 2020 84,824 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 81,485 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 71,964 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Fail 25 Sep 2018 71,964 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Offside Rear Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts pad wear sensor (4.11 (a) (iii))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 65,020 miles

undercovers fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2016 57,731 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 50,850 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2015 50,607 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 30,840 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 23,657 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 23,656 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 16,260 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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DN59 FEV is a 2009 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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

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 DN59 FEV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DN59 FEV registered?

DN59 FEV is a 2009 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 November 2009.

Is DN59 FEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN59 FEV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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