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FH09 AUC

2009 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,088 mi
Last recorded91,088 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH09 AUC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2024 91,088 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2023 86,956 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 83,930 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Nov 2022 83,930 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 81,619 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 77,868 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 74,827 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2019 74,827 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 69,166 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 61,132 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 54,292 miles

engine management light on

windscreen cracked

Fail 24 Jan 2017 54,291 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Both front tyres cracking

Both front tyres starting to wear thin on outer edges

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

engine management light on

windscreen cracked

Pass 26 Jan 2016 47,447 miles

all four tyres on vehicle have light cracking on sidewalls

nearside rear tyre worn to 2.5mm

Pass 16 Jan 2015 39,046 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 29,460 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 29,440 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 28,566 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyre side walls are split and perished

Pass 17 Jul 2012 21,538 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 AUC is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AUC, 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 AUC registered?

FH09 AUC is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 17 July 2009.

Is FH09 AUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH09 AUC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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