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LJ09 OWV

2009 BMW 635

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

151,472 mi
Last recorded151,472 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 63581,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ09 OWV
MakeBMW
Model635
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 151,472 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2025 151,472 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2024 145,333 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and offside front inner (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 137,495 miles

trays and covers fitted

Pass 18 Nov 2022 133,927 miles

Trays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

Pass 19 Nov 2021 130,121 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Distorted inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2020 123,673 miles

Fluid leak from above the engine under tray, advise investigating

Trays and covers fitted

Pass 18 Nov 2019 119,828 miles

Trays and covers fitted

Pass 23 Nov 2018 112,739 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 97,381 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2017 97,380 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 76,931 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2015 64,086 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 57,022 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2014 57,022 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2013 49,434 miles

n/s/r tyre 3.5mm.

Pass 14 Aug 2012 39,314 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 635?

Based on 51,017 MOT tests across 4,019 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
4,766
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
4,019
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,161
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 881
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 775
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 760
Brake pipe excessively corroded 615
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LJ09 OWV is a 2009 BMW 635 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 BMW 635 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 81,288 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 635 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,161 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ09 OWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 635 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 635 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ09 OWV registered?

LJ09 OWV is a 2009 BMW 635, first registered on 8 June 2009.

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The MOT history for LJ09 OWV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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