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DS09 TYW

2009 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

107,561 mi
Last recorded107,561 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS09 TYW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 107,561 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2026 107,561 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2025 101,421 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 95,466 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 88,380 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 80,659 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 72,936 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2020 66,981 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 57,907 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 48,996 miles

Emissions To Clean Too Register

Pass 22 Mar 2017 42,403 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front and rear (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 35,623 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 27,510 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 27,501 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 24,743 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 20,817 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 16,741 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 16,693 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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DS09 TYW is a 2009 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 DS09 TYW, 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 DS09 TYW registered?

DS09 TYW is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 23 July 2009.

Is DS09 TYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS09 TYW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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