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J70 ESN

2009 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

56,501 mi
Last recorded56,501 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ70 ESN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 56,501 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2025 55,199 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Apr 2024 52,900 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 50,519 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 50,519 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2022 47,862 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2021 44,740 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 43,449 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 42,031 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 39,483 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 37,071 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 34,740 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 29,415 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 24,684 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 20,720 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 16,489 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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J70 ESN 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 93.8%.

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 J70 ESN, 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 J70 ESN registered?

J70 ESN is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 6 July 2009.

Is J70 ESN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J70 ESN shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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