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DU09 CWO

2009 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

135,476 mi
Last recorded135,476 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU09 CWO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 135,476 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower 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 25 Oct 2024 130,745 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 129,933 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2023 129,933 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 120,059 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2022 120,059 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 115,360 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 110,761 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2019 106,887 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 102,652 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 97,200 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 93,037 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 88,880 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 81,952 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 65,174 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 47,811 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 47,811 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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DU09 CWO is a 2009 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 DU09 CWO, 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 DU09 CWO registered?

DU09 CWO is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is DU09 CWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU09 CWO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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