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FH09 AOR

2009 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

103,723 mi
Last recorded103,723 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH09 AOR
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 103,723 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 100,175 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2025 100,100 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2023 96,973 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 92,472 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 89,416 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 86,626 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2019 83,719 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 80,215 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2017 77,322 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 73,472 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 68,422 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 61,875 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 51,709 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 43,097 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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FH09 AOR is a 2009 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FH09 AOR, 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 FH09 AOR registered?

FH09 AOR is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 21 August 2009.

Is FH09 AOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH09 AOR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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