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GX09 UAE

2009 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

103,702 mi
Last recorded103,702 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX09 UAE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 103,702 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Apr 2026 103,702 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2025 100,737 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear exhaust cracked around vibration mount

Pass 29 Apr 2024 97,937 miles

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged abs ring starting to catch sensor (1.6 (e))

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

Fail 27 Apr 2024 97,937 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn top arm inner knuckle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin abnormal wear inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged abs ring starting to catch sensor (1.6 (e))

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

Pass 17 May 2023 94,939 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Nail in tyre side wall ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 STRONG ADVISE ON LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 May 2023 94,939 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Nail in tyre side wall ()

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 STRONG ADVISE ON LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Dec 2022 91,275 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2021 80,947 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Oct 2020 68,030 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50/17/w (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2019 57,961 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 45,342 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2018 45,342 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Sep 2017 35,878 miles

Both rear tyres worn on edges

Fail 7 Sep 2017 35,764 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

All four tyres worn on edges

Pass 19 Sep 2016 27,199 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 16,464 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 13,741 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 12,752 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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GX09 UAE is a 2009 BMW 120 in Grey 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 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 75,835 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 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX09 UAE, 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 GX09 UAE registered?

GX09 UAE is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 11 August 2009.

Is GX09 UAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX09 UAE 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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