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DU09 TDV

2009 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

170,395 mi
Last recorded170,395 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 1 Series75,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU09 TDV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 170,395 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2025 170,395 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2024 161,847 miles

manufactures under trays fitted

Pass 20 Oct 2023 152,868 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 141,439 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2022 141,432 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2021 134,569 miles

park brake performance low 18%

Pass 17 Sep 2020 126,994 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 119,624 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 112,678 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 112,461 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 106,025 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 10 Apr 2017 106,020 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 97,019 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2015 88,661 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 75,216 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 75,214 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 68,373 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 59,569 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES LOW

FRONT PADS LOW

REAR PADS LOW

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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DU09 TDV is a 2009 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 DU09 TDV, 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

How do I check the history of DU09 TDV?

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What year was DU09 TDV registered?

DU09 TDV is a 2009 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is DU09 TDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU09 TDV shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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