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J300 HLB

2009 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

172,501 mi
Last recorded172,501 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ300 HLB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 172,501 miles

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

bonnet handle missing (but opens on cable )

Fail 7 Apr 2026 172,500 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

bonnet handle missing (but opens on cable )

Pass 27 Mar 2025 168,171 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 26 Mar 2025 168,166 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2024 164,076 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2024 164,075 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 158,797 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2023 158,719 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 152,052 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Feb 2021 147,742 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2021 147,724 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2020 143,225 miles

Nearside Rear lamp slightly damaged

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

Fail 15 Jan 2020 143,224 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear lamp slightly damaged

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2018 134,437 miles

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

Rear Exhaust hanger rear. Damaged

Fail 7 Dec 2018 134,437 miles

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID Fitted. Both front. (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front All position lamps not working Side light inop (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front All position lamps not working Side light inop (4.2.1 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust hanger rear. Damaged

Pass 27 Nov 2017 116,477 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2016 94,443 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 76,959 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 57,119 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 43,884 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 37,121 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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J300 HLB is a 2009 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J300 HLB, 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.

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What year was J300 HLB registered?

J300 HLB is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 21 October 2009.

Is J300 HLB safe to buy?

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