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JM03 SJM

2009 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

47,567 mi
Last recorded47,567 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 12075,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJM03 SJM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2023 47,567 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 45,164 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 42,697 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 39,989 miles

Engine covers,sill covers & under shields fitted not allowing full inspection

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 35,882 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 30,701 miles

Rear both rear tyres showing signs of thread wearing thin on outer edge on nearside rear and offside rear .

Pass 25 Sep 2017 25,448 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules 2 off (3.6.B.4e)

engine top cover / under trays fitted

sill covers fitted

Fail 25 Sep 2017 25,448 miles

Central Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules 2 off (3.6.B.4e)

engine top cover / under trays fitted

sill covers fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2016 21,705 miles

covers /under trays fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2015 18,273 miles

engine&undertrays fitted/rear tyres low [3 mm]

Fail 17 Sep 2015 18,273 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

engine&undertrays fitted/rear tyres low [3 mm]

Pass 16 Sep 2014 14,809 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Sep 2013 11,565 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Sep 2013 11,564 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Sep 2012 9,162 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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JM03 SJM is a 2009 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 JM03 SJM, 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 JM03 SJM registered?

JM03 SJM is a 2009 BMW 120, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is JM03 SJM safe to buy?

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