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J700 TMS

2009 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

57,906 mi
Last recorded57,906 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ700 TMS
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 57,906 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2025 57,906 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 45,188 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 32,084 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 17,782 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 16,988 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 16,152 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2021 16,149 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2019 15,741 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 14,927 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 13,734 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 12,341 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 11,153 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 9,534 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 7,868 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 5,880 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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J700 TMS is a 2009 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 J700 TMS, 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

How do I check the history of J700 TMS?

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What year was J700 TMS registered?

J700 TMS is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 27 November 2009.

Is J700 TMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J700 TMS shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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