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VKZ 9291

2009 BMW 135

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,605 mi
Last recorded63,605 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2018
Typical for 2009 BMW 13559,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKZ 9291
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2018 63,605 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Tinted (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Tinted (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 57,018 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 50,423 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 43,960 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges & perishing in tread

Nail in N/s/r tyre

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 39,149 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

O/s/f tyre sidewall has slight damage

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jan 2014 34,404 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 32,303 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jan 2012 25,538 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 25,538 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Fail 13 Dec 2011 25,070 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the BMW 135?

Based on 20,607 MOT tests across 1,654 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
4,740
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,654
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 327
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 231
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 114
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 70
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 60
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VKZ 9291 is a 2009 BMW 135 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2009 BMW 135 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 59,384 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 135 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 327 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VKZ 9291, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 135 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 135 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VKZ 9291 registered?

VKZ 9291 is a 2009 BMW 135, first registered on 16 January 2009.

Is VKZ 9291 safe to buy?

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