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JE03 ESE

2009 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

148,814 mi
Last recorded148,814 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJE03 ESE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 148,814 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 142,631 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre size 245/35R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on outer edge / tyre size 215/40R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake lever travel high + Parking brake effort low, Requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 5 Apr 2024 131,767 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 125,184 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2022 111,855 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre size 215/40R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 88,154 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 85,935 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 83,811 miles

pad wear indicator on

Pass 7 Mar 2018 72,463 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 72,175 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2017 72,175 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2016 60,601 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 49,210 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 45,540 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 40,010 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2012 31,158 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2012 31,155 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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JE03 ESE is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 JE03 ESE, 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 JE03 ESE registered?

JE03 ESE is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is JE03 ESE safe to buy?

The MOT history for JE03 ESE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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