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ML09 HNZ

2009 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

121,327 mi
Last recorded121,327 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2018
Typical for 2009 BMW 12383,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML09 HNZ
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2018 121,327 miles

both front flexy brake hoses perished

Fail 2 Jul 2018 121,327 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

both front flexy brake hoses perished

Pass 4 Jul 2017 113,063 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side front (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front tyre bold on inner edge

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both side front (2.4.G.2)

brake servo and master cylinder fitted behind covers can't inspect fully

can't check sills fully kit fitted

engine and under body covers fitted

Fail 4 Jul 2017 113,062 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side front (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front tyre bold on inner edge

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both side front (2.4.G.2)

brake servo and master cylinder fitted behind covers can't inspect fully

can't check sills fully kit fitted

engine and under body covers fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2016 106,764 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 96,976 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 90,477 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jun 2013 81,430 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 78,405 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 64,738 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 64,738 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

How Reliable is the BMW 123?

Based on 78,838 MOT tests across 5,186 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
7,303
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
5,186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,813
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 975
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 630
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 505
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 456
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ML09 HNZ is a 2009 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2009 BMW 123 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 83,292 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 123 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ML09 HNZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 123 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 123 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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ML09 HNZ is a 2009 BMW 123, first registered on 5 May 2009.

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