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HV09 KWZ

2009 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

258,735 mi
Last recorded258,735 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV09 KWZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 258,735 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 250,729 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under body and engine covers fitted

Fail 28 Oct 2024 250,428 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under body and engine covers fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2023 235,798 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2022 221,437 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2021 211,518 miles

Front tyres different size to rear tyres.

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

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

emissions not detected

undertrays fitted.

Fail 3 Nov 2021 211,441 miles

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

Front tyres different size to rear tyres.

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

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

emissions not detected

undertrays fitted.

Pass 3 Nov 2020 207,932 miles

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

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

Offside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 203,716 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Front Lower Undertray fitted

Central Front Upper Engine cover fitted

Pass 23 Apr 2018 199,642 miles

Nearside Front wiper slight smear

engine covers and under covers fitted

Fail 18 Apr 2018 199,642 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Front wiper slight smear

engine covers and under covers fitted

Pass 11 May 2017 192,790 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Lowers arm rose bush (2.4.G.2)

Plastic engine, under tray and sill covers fitted.

Pass 15 Apr 2016 182,942 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 May 2015 160,192 miles

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

unable to check outer sills fully due to covers fitted

Pass 24 Apr 2014 131,357 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

unable to check floors fully due to covers fitted

unable to check outer sills fully due to covers fitted

Pass 18 Apr 2013 100,903 miles

N/S/F outer tyre wall damaged

O/S/F tyre wearing on edges

Pass 23 Apr 2012 72,817 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

long hand brake travel

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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HV09 KWZ 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 HV09 KWZ, 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 HV09 KWZ registered?

HV09 KWZ is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 13 May 2009.

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